Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary
Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.
What a Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary does
You teach specialized engineering disciplines like mechanical, electrical, civil, or chemical engineering to college students using labs and design projects. You prepare students to solve complex real-world engineering challenges through both theory and hands-on experience.
Education & path
The typical entry point is a doctoral degree. About 8+ years of higher education.
Estimated cost of that path: ~$110,000. Estimated payback: ~5 years. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.
Related careers
- Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education — $63,970/yr
- Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education — $72,040/yr
- Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education — $64,370/yr
- Substitute Teachers, Short-Term — $41,670/yr
- Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education — $38,140/yr
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