Mining and Mineral Engineering

Master's degree · Missouri University of Science and Technology · Rolla, MO

CIP 14.21

—Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$125,688Median earnings 4 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

—Median federal debt

15Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Mining and Mineral Engineering at Missouri University of Science and Technology earn a median of $125,688. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $113,005 four years after graduating (middle half: $91,508–$132,089).

Other programs at Missouri University of Science and Technology

Systems EngineeringMaster's degree$111,229
Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's degree$103,929
Mechanical EngineeringMaster's degree$103,336
Engineering-Related FieldsMaster's degree$88,654
Geological/Geophysical EngineeringMaster's degree$83,636
Engineering, OtherMaster's degree$83,207
Civil EngineeringMaster's degree$82,648
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications EngineeringBachelor's degree$81,204
Metallurgical EngineeringBachelor's degree$80,627
Computer EngineeringBachelor's degree$78,964
Chemical EngineeringBachelor's degree$78,369
Nuclear EngineeringBachelor's degree$77,947
Ceramic Sciences and EngineeringBachelor's degree$77,305
Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree$76,869
Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space EngineeringBachelor's degree$76,183
Mechanical EngineeringBachelor's degree$75,855
Architectural EngineeringBachelor's degree$73,274
Engineering-Related FieldsBachelor's degree$72,708
Civil EngineeringBachelor's degree$70,664
Petroleum EngineeringBachelor's degree$69,670

Frequently asked questions

How much do Mining and Mineral Engineering graduates from Missouri University of Science and Technology make?

The median salary is $125,688.

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