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Washington State University (WSU) has shared the latest data on job placements for its graduates. According to the First Destination Survey conducted by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), the survey provides insights into how college graduates are performing in their careers within six months after completing their studies. WSU is among the universities that participated in this survey.
The career success rate for WSU master's degree holders stands at 90.2%, while bachelor's degree holders have a success rate of 85.7%. According to payscale.com, the average yearly salary for Washington State University graduates is around USD 81,000. The NACE report highlights that the salary for the Class of 2022 graduates has been increasing. Some of the top companies hiring graduates from this university include Amazon, Microsoft, Meta, Google, and Boeing.
The table presents the latest bachelor's average salary and the latest master's average salary across 51 bachelor's disciplines and 14 master's disciplines at Washington State University, according to the US Government. It highlights salary variations based on the field of study, with STEM disciplines generally offering higher earnings due to industry demand. The bachelor's salaries range from ₹79,46,225 to ₹26,59,395, while the master's salaries range from ₹1,15,10,445 to ₹44,43,715. Additionally, master's degree graduates typically earn more than bachelor's degree holders, reflecting the benefits of advanced education in career growth and salary potential.
| Departments | Average Annual Salary (USD) | Average Annual Salary (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science. | $93,485 | ₹79,46,225 |
| Construction Management. | $90,343 | ₹76,79,155 |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | $87,229 | ₹74,14,465 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | $83,875 | ₹71,29,375 |
| Computer Engineering. | $83,510 | ₹70,98,350 |
| Chemical Engineering. | $82,308 | ₹69,96,180 |
| Civil Engineering. | $79,139 | ₹67,26,815 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | $76,963 | ₹65,41,855 |
| Economics. | $73,907 | ₹62,82,095 |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations. | $73,834 | ₹62,75,890 |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering. | $73,096 | ₹62,13,160 |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | $71,717 | ₹60,95,945 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | $70,504 | ₹59,92,840 |
| Marketing. | $69,991 | ₹59,49,235 |
| International Business. | $69,214 | ₹58,83,190 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | $67,491 | ₹57,36,735 |
| Food Science and Technology. | $66,745 | ₹56,73,325 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | $63,343 | ₹53,84,155 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | $62,752 | ₹53,33,920 |
| Microbiological Sciences and Immunology. | $59,661 | ₹50,71,185 |
| Architecture. | $59,040 | ₹50,18,400 |
| Applied Mathematics. | $59,019 | ₹50,16,615 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | $57,332 | ₹48,73,220 |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | $57,273 | ₹48,68,205 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | $56,636 | ₹48,14,060 |
| Biological and Physical Sciences. | $55,611 | ₹47,26,935 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | $55,527 | ₹47,19,795 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | $55,469 | ₹47,14,865 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | $55,402 | ₹47,09,170 |
| Hospitality Administration/Management. | $53,926 | ₹45,83,710 |
| Social Sciences, General. | $53,186 | ₹45,20,810 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | $52,979 | ₹45,03,215 |
| Public Policy Analysis. | $52,378 | ₹44,52,130 |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | $50,962 | ₹43,31,770 |
| Agricultural Production Operations. | $50,640 | ₹43,04,400 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences. | $50,027 | ₹42,52,295 |
| History. | $49,366 | ₹41,96,110 |
| Political Science and Government. | $49,295 | ₹41,90,075 |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication. | $48,961 | ₹41,61,685 |
| 0ychology, General. | $47,776 | ₹40,60,960 |
| Apparel and Textiles. | $46,542 | ₹39,56,070 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | $44,998 | ₹38,24,830 |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | $44,659 | ₹37,96,015 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | $44,320 | ₹37,67,200 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | $43,636 | ₹37,09,060 |
| Biology, General. | $43,627 | ₹37,08,295 |
| Sociology. | $42,242 | ₹35,90,570 |
| Zoology/Animal Biology. | $38,862 | ₹33,03,270 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | $35,321 | ₹30,02,285 |
| Animal Sciences. | $34,686 | ₹29,48,310 |
| Anthropology. | $31,287 | ₹26,59,395 |
| Departments | Average Annual Salary (USD) | Average Annual Salary (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | $135,417 | ₹1,15,10,445 |
| Engineering-Related Fields. | $130,628 | ₹1,11,03,380 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | $123,199 | ₹1,04,71,915 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | $113,307 | ₹96,31,095 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | $77,868 | ₹66,18,780 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | $77,551 | ₹65,91,835 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | $75,245 | ₹63,95,825 |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | $74,032 | ₹62,92,720 |
| Education, General. | $70,523 | ₹59,94,455 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | $69,282 | ₹58,88,970 |
| Architecture. | $66,763 | ₹56,74,855 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | $63,586 | ₹54,04,810 |
| Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences. | $53,122 | ₹45,15,370 |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | $52,279 | ₹44,43,715 |
Bonuses were quite common for graduates from the Class of 2022. According to the NACE report, about one in four bachelor's degree graduates received an average bonus of USD 9,966 on top of their base salary. Employers probably used bonuses to help deal with rising inflation.
| Placements | Stats |
|---|---|
| Placement rate for master’s | 90.2% |
| Placement rate for bachelor’s | 85.7% |
| Average salary | USD 81,000 (Around INR 68 L) |
| Mean starting salary for bachelor’s | USD 61,871 (Around INR 52 L) |
| Mean starting salary for master’s | USD 77,589 (Around INR 65 L) |
| Mean bonus for bachelor’s | USD 9,966 (Around INR 8.3 L) |
| Mean bonus for master’s | USD 16,695 (Around INR 14 L) |
| Top employers | Boeing, Amazon, Microsoft, Google |
| NACE Report 2022 | Download PDF from here |
The job success rate for Washington State University’s Class of 2022 master's graduates was 90.2%. You can find more details about the employment statistics according to the NACE report below:
| Particulars | Employment Percentage |
|---|---|
| Full-time students employed | 76.8% |
| Students employed part-time | 2.7% |
| Percent Service | 0.2% |
| Percent Military | 0.7% |
| Percent Continuing Education | 8.7% |
| Still Seeking jobs | 9.7% |
| Not-Seeking | 1.3% |
The job success rate for Washington State University bachelor’s graduates from the Class of 2022 was 85.7%. The rate of students providing information about their job status was 56.7%. Below are more details about employment statistics:
| Particulars | Employment Percentage |
|---|---|
| Full-time students employed | 59.1% |
| Students employed part-time | 4.9% |
| Percent Service | 0.4% |
| Percent Military | 0.8% |
| Percent Continuing Education | 19.4% |
| Percent seeking outcome | 14.1% |
| Not-Seeking | 1.3% |
The leading companies that hire graduates from Washington State University include Boeing, Microsoft, Amazon, Google, and Starbucks. Here are some other companies that also employ WSU graduates:
| Top Employers | |
|---|---|
| Starbucks | Pacific Northwest National Laboratory |
| T-Mobile | Meta |
| Salesforce | Docusign |
| Insight Global | TEKsystems |
According to Payscale.com, the typical salary for graduates of Washington State University is USD 81,000 (about INR 68 L). Below are the salary details based on different jobs:
| Job Title | Average Salary |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineer | USD 77,270 (Around INR 65 L) |
| Project Manager | USD 89,132 (Around INR 74.8 L) |
| Project Engineer | USD 71,152 (Around INR 59.7 L) |
| Electrical Engineer | USD 88,034 (Around INR 74 L) |
| Software Engineer | USD 97,519 (Around INR 82 L) |
Average Salaries by Degree Levels (NACE Report)
The NACE Report 2023 shows the salary information based on different degrees:
| Degrees | Salary (For 2022 Graduates) |
|---|---|
| Doctorate | USD 101,744 (Around INR 85.4 L) |
| Master’s | USD 77,589 (Around INR 65.1 L) |
| Bachelor’s median salary | USD 61,871 (Around INR 52 L) |
| University City | Pullman, Washington, USA |
|---|---|
| Size of city | Small |
| Population of City | 32,816 |