Chemical Engineering Schools in Virginia
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Jobs for Chemical Engineering Grads in Virginia
There are 12,630 people in the state and 443,190 people in the nation working in Chem Eng jobs.
Wages for Chemical Engineering Jobs in Virginia
In this state, Chem Eng grads earn an average of $150,549. Nationwide, they make an average of $147,107.
Most Popular Chemical Engineering Programs in VA
There are 4 colleges in Virginia that offer Chem Eng degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 4 below:
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $59,604 a year. With an admission rate of 57%, getting in takes some planning. 92% of full-time students return after their first year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $64,471 after earning their degree at this institution. About 17% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 97%.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $41,934 a year. With an admission rate of 93%, getting in takes some planning. 86% of full-time students return after their first year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $36,097 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 48%, getting in takes some planning. 85% of full-time students return after their first year.
Chemical Engineering Careers in VA
Some of the careers Chem Eng majors go into include:
| Job Title | Nationwide Job Growth | Nationwide Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Solar Energy Systems Engineers | 14% | $116,775 |
| Photonics Engineers | 13% | $84,667 |
| Wind Energy Engineers | 13% | $98,460 |
| Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers | 13% | $121,651 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | 9% | $101,277 |
| Robotics Engineers | 9% | $72,925 |
| Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | 8% | $89,263 |
| Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar | 7% | $59,756 |
| Mechatronics Engineers | 4% | $115,569 |
| Microsystems Engineers | 1% | $104,558 |
| Chemical Engineers | 1% | $130,903 |
| Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | -2% | $79,889 |
Related Majors in Virginia
Below are some popular majors that are similar to Chem Eng.
| Major | Annual Graduates Nationwide |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 42,939 |
| Electrical Engineering | 26,760 |
| Civil Engineering | 20,005 |
| Computer Engineering | 19,986 |
| Biomedical Engineering | 13,914 |
| General Engineering | 13,411 |
| Aeronautical Engineering | 9,596 |
| Industrial Engineering | 8,533 |
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