Best Online Engineering Programs in Indiana, PA (2026)

Indiana, Pennsylvania has a population of about 14,170. The city’s median household income is $44,784 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 51.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are 5 accredited engineering programs within 100 miles of Indiana. In Pennsylvania, the top-earning engineering-related role is Architectural and Engineering Manager at a median $154,400 annually (BLS, May 2024).

Closest Engineering Schools to Indiana

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

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

Engineering Wages Near Indiana

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.

Indiana at a Glance

Other Indiana-Area Cities With Engineering Programs

• Johnstown, PA – 23.9 mi away (64,842 pop)
• Murrysville, PA – 29.0 mi away (20,042 pop)
• Plum, PA – 32.3 mi away (27,399 pop)
• Monroeville, PA – 34.5 mi away (27,953 pop)
• Altoona, PA – 40.4 mi away (76,943 pop)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many accredited engineering programs are near Indiana, PA?

Our directory lists 5 engineering programs within 100 miles of Indiana. The closest is Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus in Indiana, PA (2.1 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Westmoreland County Community College (34.5 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.

What are the highest-paying engineering roles in Pennsylvania?

Based on BLS May 2024 state wage data, the top-paying engineering-related roles in Pennsylvania are: Architectural and Engineering Manager ($154,400), Electrical Engineer ($109,730), Aerospace Engineer ($108,510). Wages for Indiana workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.

Should I look at programs in Johnstown instead of Indiana?

Johnstown, PA is 23.9 miles from Indiana 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 Indiana an affordable place to study engineering?

Indiana’s median household income of $44,784 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Indiana while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
• Main Engineering Degree Guide
• Engineering Programs by State