Ocean Engineering

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

CIP 14.24

$71,788Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$92,553Median earnings 4 years after

$94,615Median earnings 5 years after

$26,000Median federal debt

46Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Ocean Engineering at Texas A&M University-College Station earn a median of $71,788 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $89,337 four years after graduating (middle half: $76,433–$105,130). Median debt is $26,000, about 36% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $71,788 one year after graduation and $94,615 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,000.

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