Cambridge has a population of 101,355 and is located in Middlesex county.
Engineering schools in Cambridge charged students an average tuition of $29,249.00 if they were Massachusetts residents, and $29,249.00 if they were non-residents, during the 2009 - 2010 school year.
The cost, on average, for books and supplies needed for engineering schools in Cambridge is $1,308.00. Students living on campus at engineering schools in Cambridge paid an average of $11,279.00 for room and board during the 2009 - 2010 school year. Students living at home incurred costs of $3,535.00. There are two engineering colleges in Cambridge for students to choose from. 1,379 students were reported to have graduated from engineering programs in Cambridge in the 2008 - 2009 school year.
| Profession | Average Salary | Number Employed in City |
|---|---|---|
| Aerospace Engineers | $105,600.00 | 760 |
| Biomedical Engineers | $94,020.00 | 960 |
| Chemical Engineers | $91,610.00 | 560 |
| Civil Engineers | $87,840.00 | 5,630 |
| Computer Hardware Engineers | $116,900.00 | 2,280 |
| Electrical Engineers | $102,640.00 | 4,010 |
| Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | $100,770.00 | 2,500 |
| Environmental Engineers | $90,280.00 | 1,320 |
| Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors | $88,500.00 | 520 |
| Industrial Engineers | $86,720.00 | 2,800 |
| Marine Engineers and Naval Architects | $98,220.00 | 30 |
| Materials Engineers | $79,390.00 | 200 |
| Mechanical Engineers | $86,180.00 | 4,150 |
| Nuclear Engineers | $104,280.00 | 30 |
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