Systems Engineering

Bachelor's degree · Washington University in St Louis · St. Louis, MO

CIP 14.27

$83,874Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$119,297Median earnings 4 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

$23,139Median federal debt

21Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Systems Engineering at Washington University in St Louis earn a median of $83,874 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $105,185 four years after graduating (middle half: $79,659–$137,602). Median debt is $23,139, about 28% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Systems Engineering graduates from Washington University in St Louis make?

The median salary is $83,874 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,139.

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