Mining and Petroleum Technologies/Technicians

Bachelor's degree · Nicholls State University · Thibodaux, LA

CIP 15.09

$52,842Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$74,167Median earnings 4 years after
$71,690Median earnings 5 years after
$17,417Median federal debt
4Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Mining and Petroleum Technologies/Technicians at Nicholls State University earn a median of $52,842 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $72,609 four years after graduating (middle half: $44,837–$126,643). Median debt is $17,417, about 33% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Mining and Petroleum Technologies/Technicians graduates from Nicholls State University make?

The median salary is $52,842 one year after graduation and $71,690 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $17,417.

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