Career Outlook and Salary Information

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS):

• Median Salary for Electrical Engineers in 2023: $109,010 per year
• Projected Job Growth (2023-2033): About 19,000 job openings are expected for electrical engineers, a 9% increase — faster than the average for all professions (5%).

This means electrical engineering offers high salaries, job security, and opportunities in growing industries like AI, automation, and renewable energy.

Experiential Learning Opportunities

• Dive into real-world challenges: Engage in hands-on projects, industry problems, and a year-long design course, transforming ideas into solutions
• Explore cutting-edge labs: Innovate in new technical labs and upcoming facilities, shaping the future of engineering education
• Ignite creativity in our Maker Space: Craft prototypes with top-notch tools, fostering innovation in a vibrant environment for hands-on creation.
• Master core skills: The Engineering programs are built on the Liberal Arts backbone of Alvernia University. Develop the critical thinking and communication abilities that employers and graduate schools seek in their engineers.
• Elevate your knowledge: Attend dynamic Lunch & Learn sessions with industry experts, research scholars, and career mentors, fostering professional growth.

Application Instructions

Through a rolling admission process, prospective undergraduate students — including first-year, transfer, and international students — may apply via the Alvernia web portal or The Common Application. To learn more about how to complete your application, please visit our application page.

Financing Your Education

There are options to assist in financing your education and making the tuition affordable. Visit our Student Financial Services page for a detailed overview of the process, including a link to complete the FAFSA application, as well as more information about tuition, the tuition payment plan and the tuition deferment program we offer. Alvernia’s Title IV code for the FAFSA is 003233. The Office of Student Financial Services is available to help with any questions you may have. Call 610-796-8201 or email sfs@alvernia.edu.

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Accrediation Statement

Alvernia is an accredited institution and a member of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. MSCHE is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Get to Know Your Faculty

For more information about Alvernia’s Electrical Engineering program contact the Admissions Office at 610-796-8269 or admissions@alvernia.edu. Or reach out directly to Director of John R. Post School of Engineering Director Joseph Mahoney at 484-254-2135 or joseph.mahoney@alvernia.edu.