Chemical Engineering at Texas A&M University-Kingsville
If you plan to study Chemical Engineering, consider the program at Texas A&M University-Kingsville. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Texas A&M University-Kingsville sits in Kingsville, TX.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 27 chemical engineering degrees were granted at Texas A&M University-Kingsville.
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Studying Online at Texas A&M University-Kingsville
Online coursework is an option at Texas A&M University-Kingsville. Of 6,864 students, 861 (13%) studied exclusively online and 2,526 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Chemical Engineering Rankings at Texas A&M University-Kingsville
Rankings can help you compare Texas A&M University-Kingsville’s Chemical Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Texas | #3 of 10 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #4 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #9 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #16 of 17 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #27 of 159 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #152 of 159 |
Earnings for Chemical Engineering Graduates from Texas A&M University-Kingsville
Graduates of Texas A&M University-Kingsville’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 | $51,214 |
| 2 years | $47,260 |
| 3 years | $78,762 |
| 4 years | $86,698 |
| 5 years | $92,622 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Chemical Engineering graduates from Texas A&M University-Kingsville take home a median $86,698, compared with $56,749 for all Texas A&M University-Kingsville graduates — about 53% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Chemical Engineering graduates from Texas A&M University-Kingsville stands at $23,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Chemical Engineering graduates at Texas A&M University-Kingsville, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Chemical Engineering graduates at Texas A&M University-Kingsville are 37% women (10) and 63% men (17).
Chemical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at Texas A&M University-Kingsville
Of the 19 bachelor’s chemical engineering degrees awarded at Texas A&M University-Kingsville, 42% were women (8) and 58% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Texas A&M University-Kingsville.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 12 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Minority students account for 63% of Chemical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Texas A&M University-Kingsville, above the national average of 34%.*
Chemical Engineering Master’s Program at Texas A&M University-Kingsville
Of the 3 master’s chemical engineering degrees awarded at Texas A&M University-Kingsville, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering master’s degree recipients at Texas A&M University-Kingsville.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 33% of Chemical Engineering master’s degree recipients at Texas A&M University-Kingsville, higher than the national average of 22%.*
*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 Texas A&M University-Kingsville
This Chemical Engineering program at Texas A&M University-Kingsville offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Chemical Engineering | 27 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Chemical Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Chemical Engineering program at Texas A&M University-Kingsville pursue many career paths. Below 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.