Best Online Engineering Programs in Newark, OH (2026)
Newark, Ohio has a population of about 50,393. The city’s median household income is $58,920 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 22.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 57 accredited schools offering engineering programs near Newark. In the Columbus, OH metro area, the top-earning engineering-related role is Architectural and Engineering Manager at a median $162,410 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Engineering Schools to Newark
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 57 schools in our directory that offer engineering programs near Newark. Distances are calculated from Newark city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Ohio Technical College | Newark, OH | 1.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Mount Vernon Nazarene University | Mount Vernon, OH | 21.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Zane State College | Zanesville, OH | 22.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Ohio University-Zanesville Campus | Zanesville, OH | 22.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Ohio University-Lancaster Campus | Lancaster, OH | 24.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| DeVry University-Ohio | Columbus, OH | 25.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Otterbein University | Westerville, OH | 27.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Ohio Dominican University | Columbus, OH | 27.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Capital University | Columbus, OH | 28.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Columbus State Community College | Columbus, OH | 30.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Ohio schools on the Ohio engineering page.
Engineering Wages Near Newark
Newark is part of the Columbus, OH metro area (BLS area code 18140). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Ohio statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineer | $97,990 | Columbus, OH | $102,607 |
| Electrical Engineer | $99,900 | Columbus, OH | $104,607 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $97,860 | Columbus, OH | $102,471 |
| Chemical Engineer | $103,860 | Columbus, OH | $108,754 |
| Aerospace Engineer | $122,460 | Columbus, OH | $128,230 |
| Biomedical Engineer | $128,220 | Columbus, OH | $134,262 |
| Environmental Engineer | $106,910 | Columbus, OH | $111,948 |
| Architectural and Engineering Manager | $162,410 | Columbus, OH | $170,063 |
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.
Newark at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 50,393 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $58,920 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 22.1% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 95.5 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Engineering-related employment in Licking County | 453 workers, 50 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Newark-Area Cities With Engineering Programs
- Reynoldsburg, OH – 21.0 mi away (37,449 pop)
- Mount Vernon, OH – 21.9 mi away (21,670 pop)
- Pickerington, OH – 22.1 mi away (20,069 pop)
- Zanesville, OH – 23.2 mi away (42,097 pop)
- Gahanna, OH – 23.4 mi away (34,956 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited engineering schools are near Newark, OH?
Our directory has 57 accredited schools offering engineering programs near Newark. The closest is Central Ohio Technical College in Newark, OH (1.2 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Columbus State Community College (30.6 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying engineering roles near Newark?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying engineering-related roles near Newark are: Architectural and Engineering Manager ($162,410), Biomedical Engineer ($128,220), Aerospace Engineer ($122,460). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Ohio statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Reynoldsburg instead of Newark?
Reynoldsburg, OH is 21.0 miles from Newark 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 Newark an affordable place to study engineering?
Newark’s median household income of $58,920 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Newark while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Ohio 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
Data verified: May 5, 2026. Salary, employment, and tuition figures on this page are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS May 2024; Employment Projections 2024–2034) and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2023 cohort). The source agency and data year are cited inline with every statistic.