Petroleum Engineering

Bachelor's degree · University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus · Norman, OK

CIP 14.25

$61,223Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$123,416Median earnings 4 years after

$100,791Median earnings 5 years after

$23,000Median federal debt

23Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Petroleum Engineering at University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus earn a median of $61,223 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $104,823 four years after graduating (middle half: $80,747–$146,680). Median debt is $23,000, about 38% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Petroleum Engineering graduates from University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus make?

The median salary is $61,223 one year after graduation and $100,791 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,000.

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