Petroleum Engineering
Bachelor's degree · University of Tulsa · Tulsa, OK
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$145,353Median earnings 4 years after
$104,091Median earnings 5 years after
$26,950Median federal debt
20Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Petroleum Engineering at University of Tulsa earn a median of $83,883. 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 $26,950, about 32% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Petroleum Engineering (Bachelor's degree) at other Oklahoma schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman | $61,223 | $23,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Petroleum Engineering graduates from University of Tulsa make?
The median salary is $83,883 and $104,091 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,950.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.