Chemical Engineering at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
If you plan to study Chemical Engineering, consider the program at University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Nebraska-Lincoln is located in Lincoln, NE.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 27 chemical engineering graduations were recorded at University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Many students take online classes at University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Among 24,393 students, 1,697 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 14,051 (58%) took at least some classes online.
Chemical Engineering Rankings at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Use these rankings to compare University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Chemical Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nebraska | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Nebraska | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #4 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #9 of 12 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #74 of 159 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #119 of 159 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nebraska | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Nebraska | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #4 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #9 of 12 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #74 of 159 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #119 of 159 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nebraska | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Nebraska | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #4 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #9 of 12 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #74 of 159 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #119 of 159 |
Earnings for Chemical Engineering Graduates from University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Graduates of University of Nebraska-Lincoln’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 | $63,299 |
| 2 years | $66,821 |
| 3 years | $71,063 |
| 4 years | $80,864 |
| 5 years | $89,055 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Chemical Engineering graduates from University of Nebraska-Lincoln take home a median $80,864, compared with $61,163 for all University of Nebraska-Lincoln graduates — about 32% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Chemical Engineering graduates from University of Nebraska-Lincoln stands at $27,816.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Chemical Engineering graduates at University of Nebraska-Lincoln, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Chemical Engineering graduates at University of Nebraska-Lincoln are 26% women (7) and 74% men (20).
Chemical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Among the 26 bachelor’s chemical engineering degrees awarded at University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 23% were women (6) and 77% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 23 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 8% of Chemical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Nebraska-Lincoln, below the national average of 34%.*
Chemical Engineering Doctoral Program at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Of the 1 doctoral chemical engineering graduates at University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 100% were women (1) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
*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 Nebraska-Lincoln
This Chemical Engineering program at University of Nebraska-Lincoln includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Chemical Engineering | 26 |
| Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering | 1 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Chemical Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Chemical Engineering program at University of Nebraska-Lincoln pursue many career paths. Here are the highest-paying careers for Chemical Engineering graduates, 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.