Civil Engineering

Bachelor's degree · University of Kentucky · Lexington, KY

CIP 14.08

$67,044Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$81,031Median earnings 4 years after
$76,310Median earnings 5 years after
$22,478Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Civil Engineering at University of Kentucky earn a median of $67,044 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 $22,478, about 34% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Civil Engineering (Bachelor's degree) at other Kentucky schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Louisville
Louisville
$66,064$25,000
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green
$60,086$21,200

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Civil Engineering graduates from University of Kentucky make?

The median salary is $67,044 one year after graduation and $76,310 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $22,478.

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