Civil Engineering at California State University-Chico
If you plan to study Civil Engineering, consider the program at California State University-Chico. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
California State University-Chico is located in Chico, CA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 47 civil engineering degrees were granted at California State University-Chico.
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Studying Online at California State University-Chico
Many students take online classes at California State University-Chico. Among 15,257 students, 2,599 (17%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 8,894 (58%) took at least some classes online.
Civil Engineering Rankings at California State University-Chico
Rankings can help you compare California State University-Chico’s Civil Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | California | #15 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #18 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #20 of 37 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #21 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #54 of 254 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #67 of 254 |
Earnings for Civil Engineering Graduates from California State University-Chico
Graduates of California State University-Chico’s Civil Engineering program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $67,761 |
| 2 years | $69,617 |
| 3 years | $79,308 |
| 4 years | $93,131 |
| 5 years | $101,629 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Civil Engineering graduates from California State University-Chico report median earnings of $93,131, compared with $57,793 for all California State University-Chico graduates — about 61% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Civil Engineering graduates from California State University-Chico is $21,583.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Civil Engineering graduates at California State University-Chico, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Civil Engineering graduates at California State University-Chico are 21% women (10) and 79% men (37).
Civil Engineering Bachelor’s Program at California State University-Chico
Of the 47 bachelor’s civil engineering degrees awarded at California State University-Chico, 21% were women (10) and 79% were men (37).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Civil Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Chico.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 26 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 9 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 30% of Civil Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Chico, below the national average of 38%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Civil Engineering Concentrations at California State University-Chico
This Civil Engineering program at California State University-Chico includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Civil Engineering | 47 |
Top-Paying Careers for Civil Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Civil Engineering program at California State University-Chico pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for Civil Engineering majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers | $138,303 |
| Petroleum Engineers | $137,336 |
| Engineers, All Other | $136,628 |
| Transportation Engineers | $120,210 |
| Solar Energy Systems Engineers | $116,775 |
| Mechatronics Engineers | $115,569 |
| Microsystems Engineers | $104,558 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $101,277 |
| Wind Energy Engineers | $98,460 |
| Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | $89,263 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.