Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's degree · University of Nebraska-Lincoln · Lincoln, NE

CIP 14.07

$79,603Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$88,067Median earnings 4 years after
$89,055Median earnings 5 years after
$27,210Median federal debt
41Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Chemical Engineering at University of Nebraska-Lincoln earn a median of $79,603 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $98,158 four years after graduating (middle half: $80,300–$117,974). Median debt is $27,210, about 34% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Chemical Engineering graduates from University of Nebraska-Lincoln make?

The median salary is $79,603 one year after graduation and $89,055 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,210.

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