Chemical Engineering at University of Missouri-Columbia
What traits are you looking for in a school for Chemical Engineering, take a look at what University of Missouri-Columbia. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Missouri-Columbia is located in Columbia, MO.
During the most recent reporting year, 51 chemical engineering degrees were awarded at University of Missouri-Columbia.
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Studying Online at University of Missouri-Columbia
Distance learning is available at University of Missouri-Columbia. Of 31,543 students, 3,557 (11%) studied exclusively online and 12,572 (40%) took at least some classes online.
Chemical Engineering Rankings at University of Missouri-Columbia
Rankings can help you compare University of Missouri-Columbia’s Chemical Engineering program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Missouri | #2 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #9 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #11 of 12 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #97 of 159 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #133 of 159 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Missouri | #2 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #9 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #11 of 12 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #97 of 159 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #133 of 159 |
Earnings for Chemical Engineering Graduates from University of Missouri-Columbia
Those who finish University of Missouri-Columbia’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 | $69,895 |
| 2 years | $62,012 |
| 3 years | $79,424 |
| 4 years | $85,468 |
| 5 years | $91,298 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Chemical Engineering graduates from University of Missouri-Columbia report median earnings of $85,468, compared with $65,467 for all University of Missouri-Columbia graduates — about 31% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Chemical Engineering graduates from University of Missouri-Columbia stands at $27,825.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Chemical Engineering graduates at University of Missouri-Columbia, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Chemical Engineering graduates at University of Missouri-Columbia are 43% women (22) and 57% men (29).
Chemical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Missouri-Columbia
Among the 46 bachelor’s chemical engineering graduates at University of Missouri-Columbia, 46% were women (21) and 54% were men (25).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Columbia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 42 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 9% of Chemical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Columbia, below the national average of 34%.*
Chemical Engineering Master’s Program at University of Missouri-Columbia
Of the 1 master’s chemical engineering degrees awarded at University of Missouri-Columbia, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Columbia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 100% of Chemical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Columbia, higher than the national average of 22%.*
Chemical Engineering Doctoral Program at University of Missouri-Columbia
Among the 4 doctoral chemical engineering degrees awarded at University of Missouri-Columbia, 25% were women (1) and 75% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Missouri-Columbia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| 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 Missouri-Columbia
This Chemical Engineering program at University of Missouri-Columbia offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Chemical Engineering | 51 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Chemical Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Chemical Engineering program at University of Missouri-Columbia work across a variety of fields. Below are the highest-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.