Median Earnings (1yr)
$85,503
20th percentile
Sample Size
16
Limited data

Earnings Distribution

How Drexel University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Drexel University graduates earn $86k, placing them in the 20th percentile of all materials engineering masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania

Materials Engineering masters's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (4 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Drexel University$85,503
National Median$97,840

About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Drexel University, approximately 25% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.