Chemical Engineering at Prairie View A & M University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Chemical Engineering, take a look at what Prairie View A & M University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Prairie View A & M University sits in Prairie View, TX.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 24 chemical engineering degrees were granted at Prairie View A & M University.
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Online Class Availability at Prairie View A & M University
Many students take online classes at Prairie View A & M University. Among 9,922 students, 842 (8%) studied exclusively online and 5,280 (53%) took at least some classes online.
Chemical Engineering Rankings at Prairie View A & M University
These rankings give you a sense of how Prairie View A & M University’s Chemical Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Texas | #7 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #10 of 10 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #11 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #17 of 17 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #59 of 159 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #158 of 159 |
Earnings for Chemical Engineering Graduates from Prairie View A & M University
Those who finish Prairie View A & M University’s Chemical Engineering program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $69,804 |
| 2 years | $70,009 |
| 3 years | $71,448 |
| 4 years | $86,785 |
| 5 years | $92,981 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Chemical Engineering graduates from Prairie View A & M University take home a median $86,785, compared with $52,084 for all Prairie View A & M University graduates — about 67% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Chemical Engineering graduates from Prairie View A & M University stands at $33,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Chemical Engineering graduates at Prairie View A & M University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Chemical Engineering graduates at Prairie View A & M University are 50% women (12) and 50% men (12).
Chemical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at Prairie View A & M University
Of the 24 bachelor’s chemical engineering graduates at Prairie View A & M University, 50% were women (12) and 50% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Prairie View A & M University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 13 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 79% of Chemical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Prairie View A & M University, higher than the national average of 34%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Chemical Engineering Concentrations at Prairie View A & M University
The Chemical Engineering program at Prairie View A & M University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Chemical Engineering | 24 |
Best-Paid Careers for Chemical Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Chemical Engineering program at Prairie View A & M University go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid careers for Chemical Engineering majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Engineers, All Other | $136,628 |
| Chemical Engineers | $130,903 |
| Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers | $121,651 |
| 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 |
| Photonics Engineers | $84,667 |
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
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