Civil Engineering
Master's degree · University at Buffalo · Buffalo, NY
$67,809Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$90,707Median earnings 4 years after
$96,181Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
32Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Civil Engineering at University at Buffalo earn a median of $67,809 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $98,323 four years after graduating (middle half: $84,186–$116,108).
Civil Engineering (Master's degree) at other New York schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| New York University New York | $91,660 | — |
| Manhattan University Riverdale | $91,351 | — |
| Columbia University in the City of New York New York | $88,198 | $32,685 |
| Cornell University Ithaca | $81,361 | — |
| Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy | $76,280 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Civil Engineering graduates from University at Buffalo make?
The median salary is $67,809 one year after graduation and $96,181 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.