Chemical Engineering at University of Arkansas
If you plan to study Chemical Engineering, take a look at what University of Arkansas. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Arkansas is in Fayetteville, AR.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 36 chemical engineering graduations were recorded at University of Arkansas.
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Online Class Availability at University of Arkansas
Many students take online classes at University of Arkansas. Of 33,610 students, 3,371 (10%) studied exclusively online and 8,312 (25%) took at least some classes online.
Chemical Engineering Rankings at University of Arkansas
Rankings can help you compare University of Arkansas’s Chemical Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arkansas | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Arkansas | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #16 of 31 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #17 of 31 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #72 of 159 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #98 of 159 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arkansas | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Arkansas | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #16 of 31 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #17 of 31 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #72 of 159 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #98 of 159 |
Earnings for Chemical Engineering Graduates from University of Arkansas
Graduates of University of Arkansas’s Chemical Engineering program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $72,033 |
| 2 years | $78,343 |
| 3 years | $78,844 |
| 4 years | $93,785 |
| 5 years | $101,541 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Chemical Engineering graduates from University of Arkansas report median earnings of $93,785, compared with $63,458 for all University of Arkansas graduates — about 48% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Chemical Engineering graduates from University of Arkansas comes in at $22,750.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Chemical Engineering graduates at University of Arkansas, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Chemical Engineering graduates at University of Arkansas are 39% women (14) and 61% men (22).
Chemical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Arkansas
Among the 33 bachelor’s chemical engineering graduates at University of Arkansas, 39% were women (13) and 61% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Arkansas.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 20 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 36% of Chemical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Arkansas, above the national average of 34%.*
Chemical Engineering Master’s Program at University of Arkansas
Among the 3 master’s chemical engineering graduates at University of Arkansas, 33% were women (1) and 67% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Arkansas.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
*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 University of Arkansas
The Chemical Engineering program at University of Arkansas includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Chemical Engineering | 36 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Chemical Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Chemical Engineering program at University of Arkansas pursue many career paths. 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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