Chemical Engineering at Rochester Institute of Technology
If you are interested in studying Chemical Engineering, consider the program at Rochester Institute of Technology. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Rochester Institute of Technology is located in Rochester, NY.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 37 chemical engineering degrees were granted at Rochester Institute of Technology.
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Online Class Availability at Rochester Institute of Technology
Many students take online classes at Rochester Institute of Technology. Among 17,098 students, 540 (3%) studied exclusively online and 4,319 (25%) took at least some classes online.
Chemical Engineering Rankings at Rochester Institute of Technology
Use these rankings to compare Rochester Institute of Technology’s Chemical Engineering program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New York | #7 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #8 of 12 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #18 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #26 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #109 of 159 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #134 of 159 |
Earnings for Chemical Engineering Graduates from Rochester Institute of Technology
Those who finish Rochester Institute of Technology’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 | $68,569 |
| 2 years | $69,338 |
| 3 years | $74,579 |
| 4 years | $80,721 |
| 5 years | $100,264 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Chemical Engineering graduates from Rochester Institute of Technology report median earnings of $80,721, compared with $84,315 for all Rochester Institute of Technology graduates — about 4% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Chemical Engineering graduates from Rochester Institute of Technology is $30,750.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Chemical Engineering graduates at Rochester Institute of Technology, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Chemical Engineering graduates at Rochester Institute of Technology are 43% women (16) and 57% men (21).
Chemical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at Rochester Institute of Technology
Of the 37 bachelor’s chemical engineering degrees awarded at Rochester Institute of Technology, 43% were women (16) and 57% were men (21).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Rochester Institute of Technology.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 27 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 24% of Chemical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Rochester Institute of Technology, lower 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 Rochester Institute of Technology
The Chemical Engineering program at Rochester Institute of Technology offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Chemical Engineering | 37 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Chemical Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Chemical Engineering program at Rochester Institute of Technology pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-paying 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.