Civil Engineering
Bachelor's degree · CUNY City College · New York, NY
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Civil Engineering at CUNY City College earn a median of $67,194 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $86,517 four years after graduating (middle half: $73,883–$101,174). Median debt is $19,529, about 29% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Civil Engineering (Bachelor's degree) at other New York schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Cornell University Ithaca | $80,261 | $12,500 |
| Manhattan University Riverdale | $75,290 | $27,000 |
| Syracuse University Syracuse | $74,748 | $27,000 |
| New York University New York | $72,628 | $21,970 |
| Stony Brook University Stony Brook | $71,856 | $16,500 |
| Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy | $71,790 | $26,250 |
| Clarkson University Potsdam | $70,136 | $27,000 |
| University at Buffalo Buffalo | $64,604 | $19,500 |
| SUNY Polytechnic Institute Utica | $63,637 | $18,448 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Civil Engineering graduates from CUNY City College make?
The median salary is $67,194 one year after graduation and $90,337 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,529.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.