Chemical Engineering at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
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University of Washington-Seattle Campus is located in Seattle, WA.
During the most recent reporting year, 103 chemical engineering degrees were granted at University of Washington-Seattle Campus.
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Studying Online at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Online coursework is an option at University of Washington-Seattle Campus. Of 56,997 students, 1,656 (3%) studied exclusively online and 8,704 (15%) took at least some classes online.
Chemical Engineering Rankings at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Rankings can help you compare University of Washington-Seattle Campus’s Chemical Engineering program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Washington | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #6 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #8 of 17 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #17 of 159 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #39 of 159 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Washington | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #6 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #8 of 17 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #17 of 159 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #39 of 159 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Washington | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #6 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #8 of 17 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #17 of 159 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #39 of 159 |
Earnings for Chemical Engineering Graduates from University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Graduates of University of Washington-Seattle Campus’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 | $70,966 |
| 2 years | $60,771 |
| 3 years | $70,395 |
| 4 years | $81,439 |
| 5 years | $96,353 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Chemical Engineering graduates from University of Washington-Seattle Campus earn a median of $81,439, compared with $90,738 for all University of Washington-Seattle Campus graduates — about 10% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Chemical Engineering graduates from University of Washington-Seattle Campus is $19,875.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Chemical Engineering graduates at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Chemical Engineering graduates at University of Washington-Seattle Campus are 49% women (50) and 51% men (53).
Chemical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Among the 57 bachelor’s chemical engineering degrees awarded at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, 53% were women (30) and 47% were men (27).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 26 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Asian | 18 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 49% of Chemical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, above the national average of 34%.*
Chemical Engineering Master’s Program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Among the 34 master’s chemical engineering graduates at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, 41% were women (14) and 59% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 19 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 11 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 12% of Chemical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, below the national average of 22%.*
Chemical Engineering Doctoral Program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Of the 12 doctoral chemical engineering graduates at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, 50% were women (6) and 50% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 8% of Chemical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, 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 Washington-Seattle Campus
This Chemical Engineering program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Chemical Engineering | 98 |
| Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering | 5 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Chemical Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Chemical Engineering program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus work across a variety of fields. Here are the best-paid 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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