Georgia · Nuclear Engineering

Best Nuclear Engineering institutions in Georgia, ranked by earnings

Nuclear Engineering is a specialized field within engineering that focuses on the design, development, and operation of nuclear systems and technologies. This program is ideal for students interested in the science of atomic nuclei, their…

Institutions
1
offering CIP 14.23
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
34
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
94%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Nuclear Engineers
$135,040
BLS OEWS 2024

1 institutions offering Nuclear Engineering in Georgia

Graduate earnings are not yet reported for these institutions; ordered by completions.

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1Georgia Institute of Technology - Main Campus
Atlanta Public
3494%

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Nuclear Engineers (SOC 17-2161).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
-1.1%
Decline
Openings / yr (US)
~800
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$127,520
typically Bachelor's degree

Top skills

Critical ThinkingScienceWritingMathematicsMonitoringActive Listening

What Nuclear Engineers earn in Georgia

Jobs in Georgia
140
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$135,040
median $129,820
Best-paying metro
$142,040
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA

Related careers

Nuclear Engineers
$135,040 avg · 140 jobs

Common questions

Answers for students comparing Nuclear Engineering programs in Georgia.

How much do Nuclear Engineers earn in Georgia?+

The average annual wage for Nuclear Engineers in Georgia is $135,040 (median $129,820), across about 140 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024.

What is the focus of the Nuclear Engineering program?+

Nuclear Engineering is a specialized field within engineering that focuses on the design, development, and operation of nuclear systems and technologies. This program is ideal for students interested in the science of atomic nuclei, their…

What skills will I develop in this program?+

You will develop critical thinking, science, writing, mathematics, and related professional skills.

What is the job outlook for Nuclear Engineers?+

The national job outlook is about -1.1% growth with around 800 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).

What is the typical education requirement?+

A Bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).

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