Chemical Engineering at University of Pennsylvania
What traits are you looking for in a school for Chemical Engineering, consider the program at University of Pennsylvania. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Pennsylvania is in Philadelphia, PA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 68 chemical engineering graduations were recorded at University of Pennsylvania.
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Studying Online at University of Pennsylvania
Many students take online classes at University of Pennsylvania. Of 29,109 students, 3,249 (11%) studied exclusively online and 1,003 (3%) took at least some classes online.
Chemical Engineering Rankings at University of Pennsylvania
Rankings can help you compare University of Pennsylvania’s Chemical Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #2 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #2 of 12 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #4 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #9 of 159 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #20 of 34 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #131 of 159 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #2 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #2 of 12 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #4 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #9 of 159 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #20 of 34 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #131 of 159 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #2 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #2 of 12 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #4 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #9 of 159 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #20 of 34 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #131 of 159 |
Earnings for Chemical Engineering Graduates from University of Pennsylvania
Students who complete University of Pennsylvania’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 | $66,484 |
| 2 years | $74,576 |
| 3 years | $95,292 |
| 4 years | $107,816 |
| 5 years | $154,695 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Chemical Engineering graduates from University of Pennsylvania earn a median of $107,816, compared with $151,398 for all University of Pennsylvania graduates — about 29% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Chemical Engineering graduates from University of Pennsylvania comes in at $20,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Chemical Engineering graduates at University of Pennsylvania, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Chemical Engineering graduates at University of Pennsylvania are 37% women (25) and 63% men (43).
Chemical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Pennsylvania
Among the 23 bachelor’s chemical engineering graduates at University of Pennsylvania, 57% were women (13) and 43% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Pennsylvania.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 8 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 43% of Chemical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Pennsylvania, above the national average of 34%.*
Chemical Engineering Master’s Program at University of Pennsylvania
Among the 30 master’s chemical engineering graduates at University of Pennsylvania, 27% were women (8) and 73% were men (22).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Pennsylvania.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 21 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 10% of Chemical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Pennsylvania, below the national average of 22%.*
Chemical Engineering Doctoral Program at University of Pennsylvania
Of the 15 doctoral chemical engineering degrees awarded at University of Pennsylvania, 27% were women (4) and 73% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Pennsylvania.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 8 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 13% of Chemical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Pennsylvania, below 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 Pennsylvania
The Chemical Engineering program at University of Pennsylvania offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering | 68 |
Top-Paying Careers for Chemical Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Chemical Engineering program at University of Pennsylvania go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-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
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