Engineering Science

Bachelor's degree · Vanderbilt University · Nashville, TN

CIP 14.13

$81,126Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$78,634Median earnings 3 years after

$109,116Median earnings 5 years after

$15,000Median federal debt

30Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Engineering Science at Vanderbilt University earn a median of $81,126 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $93,782 four years after graduating (middle half: $69,219–$118,979). Median debt is $15,000, about 18% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Engineering Science graduates from Vanderbilt University make?

The median salary is $81,126 one year after graduation and $109,116 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $15,000.

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