Civil Engineering

Bachelor's degree · The Catholic University of America · Washington, DC

CIP 14.08

$77,501Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$93,821Median earnings 4 years after

$103,238Median earnings 5 years after

$24,625Median federal debt

15Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Civil Engineering at The Catholic University of America earn a median of $77,501 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $86,517 four years after graduating (middle half: $73,883–$101,174). Median debt is $24,625, about 32% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Civil Engineering graduates from The Catholic University of America make?

The median salary is $77,501 one year after graduation and $103,238 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $24,625.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.