Chemical Engineering at Vanderbilt University
If you are interested in studying Chemical Engineering, consider the program at Vanderbilt University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Vanderbilt University is in Nashville, TN.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 38 chemical engineering graduations were recorded at Vanderbilt University.
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Studying Online at Vanderbilt University
Many students take online classes at Vanderbilt University. Among 13,575 students, 652 (5%) studied exclusively online and 666 (5%) took at least some classes online.
Chemical Engineering Rankings at Vanderbilt University
These rankings give you a sense of how Vanderbilt University’s Chemical Engineering program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #4 of 31 |
| Best Value | Tennessee | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #19 of 31 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #23 of 159 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #81 of 159 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #4 of 31 |
| Best Value | Tennessee | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #19 of 31 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #23 of 159 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #81 of 159 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #4 of 31 |
| Best Value | Tennessee | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #19 of 31 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #23 of 159 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #81 of 159 |
Earnings for Chemical Engineering Graduates from Vanderbilt University
Graduates of Vanderbilt University’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 | $73,971 |
| 2 years | $73,446 |
| 3 years | $86,997 |
| 4 years | $96,178 |
| 5 years | $105,943 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Chemical Engineering graduates from Vanderbilt University report median earnings of $96,178, compared with $102,170 for all Vanderbilt University graduates — about 6% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Chemical Engineering graduates at Vanderbilt University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Chemical Engineering graduates at Vanderbilt University are 50% women (19) and 50% men (19).
Chemical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at Vanderbilt University
Among the 24 bachelor’s chemical engineering degrees awarded at Vanderbilt University, 58% were women (14) and 42% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Vanderbilt University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 15 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 33% of Chemical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Vanderbilt University, lower than the national average of 34%.*
Chemical Engineering Master’s Program at Vanderbilt University
Of the 4 master’s chemical engineering graduates at Vanderbilt University, 50% were women (2) and 50% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering master’s degree recipients at Vanderbilt University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 50% of Chemical Engineering master’s degree recipients at Vanderbilt University, higher than the national average of 22%.*
Chemical Engineering Doctoral Program at Vanderbilt University
Among the 10 doctoral chemical engineering graduates at Vanderbilt University, 30% were women (3) and 70% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at Vanderbilt University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 10% of Chemical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at Vanderbilt University, 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 Vanderbilt University
This Chemical Engineering program at Vanderbilt University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Chemical Engineering | 38 |
Top-Paying Careers for Chemical Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Chemical Engineering program at Vanderbilt University work across a variety of fields. Here are the best-paid 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.
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