Chemical Engineering
Bachelor's degree · Villanova University · Villanova, PA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Chemical Engineering at Villanova University earn a median of $72,379 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $98,158 four years after graduating (middle half: $80,300–$117,974). Median debt is $27,000, about 37% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Chemical Engineering (Bachelor's degree) at other Pennsylvania schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Lehigh University Bethlehem | $82,435 | $27,000 |
| Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park | $82,218 | $26,706 |
| University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia | $81,721 | $20,500 |
| Bucknell University Lewisburg | $80,653 | $27,000 |
| Lafayette College Easton | $79,602 | $17,000 |
| Drexel University Philadelphia | $77,528 | $29,833 |
| University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh | $73,072 | $24,750 |
| University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown Johnstown | $73,072 | $24,750 |
| Widener University Chester | $71,160 | $27,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Chemical Engineering graduates from Villanova University make?
The median salary is $72,379 one year after graduation and $100,946 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.