Materials Engineering

Bachelor's degree · Clemson University · Clemson, SC

CIP 14.18

$69,763Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$85,883Median earnings 4 years after
$82,276Median earnings 5 years after
$25,246Median federal debt
31Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Materials Engineering at Clemson University earn a median of $69,763 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $91,449 four years after graduating (middle half: $76,710–$109,151). Median debt is $25,246, about 36% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Materials Engineering graduates from Clemson University make?

The median salary is $69,763 one year after graduation and $82,276 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,246.

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