Civil Engineering
Bachelor's degree · Vanderbilt University · Nashville, TN
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$82,744Median earnings 4 years after
$107,563Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
22Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Civil Engineering at Vanderbilt University earn a median of $82,744. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $86,517 four years after graduating (middle half: $73,883–$101,174).
Civil Engineering (Bachelor's degree) at other Tennessee schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga | $65,419 | $18,000 |
| University of Memphis Memphis | $64,780 | $27,750 |
| The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville | $64,386 | $21,000 |
| Tennessee Technological University Cookeville | $63,577 | $20,770 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Civil Engineering graduates from Vanderbilt University make?
The median salary is $82,744 and $107,563 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.