Geological/Geophysical Engineering

Bachelor's degree · Michigan Technological University · Houghton, MI

CIP 14.39

$63,658Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$81,862Median earnings 4 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

$23,198Median federal debt

7Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Geological/Geophysical Engineering at Michigan Technological University earn a median of $63,658 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $77,880 four years after graduating (middle half: $63,262–$96,501). Median debt is $23,198, about 36% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Geological/Geophysical Engineering graduates from Michigan Technological University make?

The median salary is $63,658 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,198.

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