Chemical Engineering
Bachelor's degree · University of Houston · Houston, TX
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Chemical Engineering at University of Houston earn a median of $84,468 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 $19,228, about 23% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Chemical Engineering (Bachelor's degree) at other Texas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Rice University Houston | $87,830 | $13,178 |
| The University of Texas at Austin Austin | $87,365 | $19,672 |
| Lamar University Beaumont | $87,284 | $19,500 |
| Texas A&M University-College Station College Station | $86,176 | $18,017 |
| Texas Tech University Lubbock | $77,586 | $27,232 |
| Prairie View A & M University Prairie View | $58,627 | $29,606 |
| Texas A&M University-Kingsville Kingsville | $55,622 | $22,900 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Chemical Engineering graduates from University of Houston make?
The median salary is $84,468 one year after graduation and $99,077 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,228.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.