Chemical Engineering at Tufts University
If you plan to study Chemical Engineering, consider the program at Tufts University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Tufts University sits in Medford, MA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 35 chemical engineering degrees were awarded at Tufts University.
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Online Class Availability at Tufts University
Many students take online classes at Tufts University. Of 13,599 students, 469 (3%) studied exclusively online and 1,085 (8%) took at least some classes online.
Chemical Engineering Rankings at Tufts University
Rankings can help you compare Tufts University’s Chemical Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #2 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #2 of 12 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #5 of 6 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #11 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #24 of 159 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #148 of 159 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #2 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #2 of 12 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #5 of 6 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #11 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #24 of 159 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #148 of 159 |
Earnings for Chemical Engineering Graduates from Tufts University
Graduates of Tufts University’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 | $56,529 |
| 2 years | $73,635 |
| 3 years | $83,832 |
| 4 years | $97,631 |
| 5 years | $115,375 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Chemical Engineering graduates from Tufts University earn a median of $97,631, compared with $93,077 for all Tufts University graduates — about 5% higher than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Chemical Engineering graduates at Tufts University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Chemical Engineering graduates at Tufts University are 54% women (19) and 46% men (16).
Chemical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at Tufts University
Among the 23 bachelor’s chemical engineering degrees awarded at Tufts University, 61% were women (14) and 39% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Tufts University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 11 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 39% of Chemical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Tufts University, higher than the national average of 34%.*
Chemical Engineering Master’s Program at Tufts University
Of the 5 master’s chemical engineering degrees awarded at Tufts University, 20% were women (1) and 80% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering master’s degree recipients at Tufts University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Chemical Engineering Doctoral Program at Tufts University
Of the 7 doctoral chemical engineering degrees awarded at Tufts University, 57% were women (4) and 43% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at Tufts University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
Minority students account for 14% of Chemical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at Tufts University, lower than 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 Tufts University
The Chemical Engineering program at Tufts University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Chemical Engineering | 35 |
Best-Paid Careers for Chemical Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Chemical Engineering program at Tufts University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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
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