Ocean Engineering

Bachelor's degree · University of Rhode Island · Kingston, RI

CIP 14.24

$70,939Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$90,901Median earnings 4 years after
$86,529Median earnings 5 years after
$26,294Median federal debt
31Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Ocean Engineering at University of Rhode Island earn a median of $70,939 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $89,337 four years after graduating (middle half: $76,433–$105,130). Median debt is $26,294, about 37% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Ocean Engineering graduates from University of Rhode Island make?

The median salary is $70,939 one year after graduation and $86,529 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,294.

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