Chemical Engineering at University of Florida
If you are interested in studying Chemical Engineering, you may want to check out the program at University of Florida. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Florida is located in Gainesville, FL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 158 chemical engineering degrees were granted at University of Florida.
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Online Class Availability at University of Florida
Distance learning is available at University of Florida. Among 56,311 students, 8,372 (15%) studied exclusively online and 24,287 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Chemical Engineering Rankings at University of Florida
Use these rankings to compare University of Florida’s Chemical Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #1 of 4 |
| Best Value | Florida | #1 of 4 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 31 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1 of 159 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #2 of 31 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #16 of 159 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #1 of 4 |
| Best Value | Florida | #1 of 4 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 31 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1 of 159 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #2 of 31 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #16 of 159 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #1 of 4 |
| Best Value | Florida | #1 of 4 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 31 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1 of 159 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #2 of 31 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #16 of 159 |
Earnings for Chemical Engineering Graduates from University of Florida
Those who finish University of Florida’s Chemical Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $72,850 |
| 2 years | $73,145 |
| 3 years | $80,312 |
| 4 years | $91,729 |
| 5 years | $104,630 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Chemical Engineering graduates from University of Florida report median earnings of $91,729, compared with $73,816 for all University of Florida graduates — about 24% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Chemical Engineering graduates from University of Florida stands at $20,050.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Chemical Engineering graduates at University of Florida, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Chemical Engineering graduates at University of Florida are 37% women (59) and 63% men (99).
Chemical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Florida
Among the 117 bachelor’s chemical engineering graduates at University of Florida, 42% were women (49) and 58% were men (68).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Florida.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 56 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 31 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 12 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 7 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 45% of Chemical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Florida, above the national average of 34%.*
Chemical Engineering Master’s Program at University of Florida
Among the 31 master’s chemical engineering degrees awarded at University of Florida, 29% were women (9) and 71% were men (22).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Florida.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 24 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 10% of Chemical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Florida, lower than the national average of 22%.*
Chemical Engineering Doctoral Program at University of Florida
Of the 10 doctoral chemical engineering degrees awarded at University of Florida, 10% were women (1) and 90% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Florida.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
Minority students account for 20% of Chemical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Florida, higher than the national average of 16%.*
*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 Florida
The Chemical Engineering program at University of Florida breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Chemical Engineering | 158 |
Best-Paid Careers for Chemical Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Chemical Engineering program at University of Florida pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.