Chemical Engineering at University of Cincinnati-Main Campus
If you are interested in studying Chemical Engineering, consider the program at University of Cincinnati-Main Campus. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Cincinnati-Main Campus sits in Cincinnati, OH.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 119 chemical engineering degrees were awarded at University of Cincinnati-Main Campus.
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Online Class Availability at University of Cincinnati-Main Campus
Online coursework is an option at University of Cincinnati-Main Campus. Among 45,026 students, 9,022 (20%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 19,145 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Chemical Engineering Rankings at University of Cincinnati-Main Campus
Rankings can help you compare University of Cincinnati-Main Campus’s Chemical Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Ohio | #2 of 9 |
| Best Value | Ohio | #6 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #9 of 26 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #17 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #41 of 159 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #112 of 159 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Ohio | #2 of 9 |
| Best Value | Ohio | #6 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #9 of 26 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #17 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #41 of 159 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #112 of 159 |
Earnings for Chemical Engineering Graduates from University of Cincinnati-Main Campus
Graduates of University of Cincinnati-Main Campus’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 | $73,396 |
| 2 years | $70,456 |
| 3 years | $84,425 |
| 4 years | $82,349 |
| 5 years | $92,906 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Chemical Engineering graduates from University of Cincinnati-Main Campus take home a median $82,349, compared with $66,139 for all University of Cincinnati-Main Campus graduates — about 25% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Chemical Engineering graduates from University of Cincinnati-Main Campus comes in at $21,333.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Chemical Engineering graduates at University of Cincinnati-Main Campus, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Chemical Engineering graduates at University of Cincinnati-Main Campus are 36% women (43) and 64% men (76).
Chemical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Cincinnati-Main Campus
Among the 109 bachelor’s chemical engineering graduates at University of Cincinnati-Main Campus, 38% were women (41) and 62% were men (68).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Cincinnati-Main Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 94 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 13% of Chemical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Cincinnati-Main Campus, below the national average of 34%.*
Chemical Engineering Master’s Program at University of Cincinnati-Main Campus
Among the 7 master’s chemical engineering degrees awarded at University of Cincinnati-Main Campus, 14% were women (1) and 86% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Cincinnati-Main Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 29% of Chemical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Cincinnati-Main Campus, higher than the national average of 22%.*
Chemical Engineering Doctoral Program at University of Cincinnati-Main Campus
Of the 3 doctoral chemical engineering graduates at University of Cincinnati-Main Campus, 33% were women (1) and 67% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Cincinnati-Main Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
*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 Cincinnati-Main Campus
The Chemical Engineering program at University of Cincinnati-Main Campus includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Chemical Engineering | 119 |
Best-Paid Careers for Chemical Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Chemical Engineering program at University of Cincinnati-Main Campus 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.