Civil Engineering
Bachelor's degree · University of Massachusetts-Lowell · Lowell, MA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Civil Engineering at University of Massachusetts-Lowell earn a median of $65,103 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 $27,000, about 41% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Civil Engineering (Bachelor's degree) at other Massachusetts schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester | $76,419 | $27,000 |
| Northeastern University Boston | $76,362 | $24,750 |
| Merrimack College North Andover | $75,556 | $27,000 |
| Wentworth Institute of Technology Boston | $75,001 | $26,872 |
| University of Massachusetts-Amherst Amherst | $69,757 | $26,961 |
| Western New England University Springfield | $67,726 | $27,000 |
| University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth North Dartmouth | $63,158 | $27,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Civil Engineering graduates from University of Massachusetts-Lowell make?
The median salary is $65,103 one year after graduation and $84,162 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.