Chemical Engineering
Master's degree · Rutgers University-New Brunswick · New Brunswick, NJ
$90,181Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
59Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Chemical Engineering at Rutgers University-New Brunswick earn a median of $90,181 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $115,468 four years after graduating (middle half: $92,260–$139,894).
Chemical Engineering (Master's degree) at other New Jersey schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Institute of Technology Newark | $92,412 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Chemical Engineering graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick make?
The median salary is $90,181 one year after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.