Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's degree · University of Nevada-Reno · Reno, NV

CIP 14.07

$64,039Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$84,965Median earnings 4 years after

$86,398Median earnings 5 years after

$20,500Median federal debt

20Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Chemical Engineering at University of Nevada-Reno earn a median of $64,039 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 $20,500, about 32% 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 Nevada-Reno make?

The median salary is $64,039 one year after graduation and $86,398 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,500.

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