Civil Engineering
Bachelor's degree · Southern Illinois University-Carbondale · Carbondale, IL
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Civil Engineering at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale earn a median of $65,269 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 $19,313, about 30% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Civil Engineering (Bachelor's degree) at other Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign | $73,397 | $19,000 |
| Bradley University Peoria | $72,573 | $27,000 |
| Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago | $71,760 | $24,000 |
| University of Illinois Chicago Chicago | $69,310 | $22,000 |
| Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Edwardsville | $67,260 | $20,264 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Civil Engineering graduates from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale make?
The median salary is $65,269 one year after graduation and $78,165 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,313.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.