Petroleum Engineering

Bachelor's degree · West Virginia University · Morgantown, WV

CIP 14.25

$68,913Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$91,142Median earnings 4 years after

$92,874Median earnings 5 years after

$26,000Median federal debt

37Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Petroleum Engineering at West Virginia University earn a median of $68,913 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $104,823 four years after graduating (middle half: $80,747–$146,680). Median debt is $26,000, about 38% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Petroleum Engineering graduates from West Virginia University make?

The median salary is $68,913 one year after graduation and $92,874 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.