Paper Science and Engineering

Bachelor's degree · Western Michigan University · Kalamazoo, MI

CIP 14.40

$86,401Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$102,825Median earnings 4 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

$27,379Median federal debt

16Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Paper Science and Engineering at Western Michigan University earn a median of $86,401 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $102,121 four years after graduating (middle half: $82,873–$117,276). Median debt is $27,379, about 32% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Paper Science and Engineering graduates from Western Michigan University make?

The median salary is $86,401 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,379.

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