The Cullen College of Engineering’s 2015 fall convocation took place on Friday, December 18 at the Hofheinz Pavilion. Following the ceremony, a reception for Cullen College graduates and their families and friends was held in the commons of Engineering Building 1.
The demand for engineering talent is higher in the city of Houston, home to the world's largest medical center and the energy capital of the world, than in any other major U.S. city. Starting salaries from engineers with bachelor’s degrees typically range from $60,000 to over $80,000; however, average starting salaries for alumni of the Cullen College are considerably higher. According to PayScale.com, University of Houston engineering students rank 15th in the U.S. for salary earning potential.
In total, more than 3,000 University of Houston Cougars received their degrees at the fall 2015 commencement.
View photos from the festivities here.