Best Online Engineering Programs in Shelton, CT (2026)

Shelton, Connecticut has a population of about 41,402. The city’s median household income is $114,739 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 43.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are 5 accredited engineering programs within 100 miles of Shelton, with tuition ranging from $64,700 to $85,120 per year. In Connecticut, the top-earning engineering-related role is Architectural and Engineering Manager at a median $171,770 annually (BLS, May 2024).

Closest Engineering Schools to Shelton

The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer engineering programs. Distances are calculated from Shelton city center.

Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Connecticut schools on the Connecticut engineering page.

Engineering Wages Near Shelton

Source: BLS, May 2024 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes wage data at the metro (MSA) and state level – not by individual city.

Shelton at a Glance

Other Shelton-Area Cities With Engineering Programs

• City of Milford (balance), CT – 6.8 mi away (52,536 pop)
• Bridgeport, CT – 8.5 mi away (934,289 pop)
• West Haven, CT – 9.2 mi away (54,516 pop)
• New Haven, CT – 11.1 mi away (563,460 pop)
• Naugatuck, CT – 13.4 mi away (31,392 pop)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many accredited engineering programs are near Shelton, CT?

Our directory lists 5 engineering programs within 100 miles of Shelton. The closest is University of New Haven in West Haven, CT (9.2 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Lincoln Technical Institute-New Britain (31.5 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.

What are the highest-paying engineering roles in Connecticut?

Based on BLS May 2024 state wage data, the top-paying engineering-related roles in Connecticut are: Architectural and Engineering Manager ($171,770), Aerospace Engineer ($119,060), Environmental Engineer ($108,100). Wages for Shelton workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.

Should I look at programs in City of Milford (balance) instead of Shelton?

City of Milford (balance), CT is 6.8 miles from Shelton and has its own set of local engineering programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.

Is Shelton an affordable place to study engineering?

Shelton’s median household income of $114,739 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Shelton while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Connecticut public universities often offer reduced in-state online tuition.

How do I verify a program is accredited?

Confirm institutional accreditation via the U.S. Department of Education database (U.S. Dept. of Education database), and check for any program-specific accreditation listed by the school.

Related Resources

• Online Engineering Programs in Connecticut
• Main Engineering Degree Guide
• Engineering Programs by State