Nuclear Engineering

Bachelor's degree · Texas A&M University-College Station · College Station, TX

CIP 14.23

$66,604Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$103,438Median earnings 4 years after

$91,599Median earnings 5 years after

$18,471Median federal debt

62Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Nuclear Engineering at Texas A&M University-College Station earn a median of $66,604 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $99,297 four years after graduating (middle half: $78,148–$122,219). Median debt is $18,471, about 28% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Nuclear Engineering graduates from Texas A&M University-College Station make?

The median salary is $66,604 one year after graduation and $91,599 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $18,471.

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