Chemical Engineering at University of Nevada-Reno
What traits are you looking for in a school for Chemical Engineering, take a look at what University of Nevada-Reno. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Nevada-Reno is located in Reno, NV.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 26 chemical engineering graduations were recorded at University of Nevada-Reno.
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Studying Online at University of Nevada-Reno
Distance learning is available at University of Nevada-Reno. Of 23,024 students, 1,483 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,208 (27%) took at least some classes online.
Chemical Engineering Rankings at University of Nevada-Reno
Use these rankings to compare University of Nevada-Reno’s Chemical Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nevada | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Nevada | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #14 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #17 of 17 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #57 of 159 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #130 of 159 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nevada | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Nevada | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #14 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #17 of 17 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #57 of 159 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #130 of 159 |
Earnings for Chemical Engineering Graduates from University of Nevada-Reno
Those who finish University of Nevada-Reno’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 | $41,775 |
| 2 years | $50,270 |
| 5 years | $86,398 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Chemical Engineering graduates from University of Nevada-Reno is $22,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Chemical Engineering graduates at University of Nevada-Reno, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Chemical Engineering graduates at University of Nevada-Reno are 42% women (11) and 58% men (15).
Chemical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Nevada-Reno
Among the 20 bachelor’s chemical engineering graduates at University of Nevada-Reno, 45% were women (9) and 55% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Reno.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Minority students account for 30% of Chemical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Reno, below the national average of 34%.*
Chemical Engineering Master’s Program at University of Nevada-Reno
Among the 5 master’s chemical engineering graduates at University of Nevada-Reno, 40% were women (2) and 60% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Reno.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 40% of Chemical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Reno, higher than the national average of 22%.*
Chemical Engineering Doctoral Program at University of Nevada-Reno
Of the 1 doctoral chemical engineering degrees awarded at University of Nevada-Reno, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Nevada-Reno.
| 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 Nevada-Reno
The Chemical Engineering program at University of Nevada-Reno breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Chemical Engineering | 26 |
Top-Paying Careers for Chemical Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Chemical Engineering program at University of Nevada-Reno work across a variety of fields. Below are the top-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
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