Mining and Mineral Engineering

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

CIP 14.21

—Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$82,783Median earnings 3 years after

$94,923Median earnings 5 years after

—Median federal debt

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How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Mining and Mineral Engineering at University of Nevada-Reno earn a median of $82,783. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $101,390 four years after graduating (middle half: $79,587–$123,268).

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Mining and Mineral Engineering graduates from University of Nevada-Reno make?

The median salary is $82,783 and $94,923 after five years.

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