Civil Engineering at Milwaukee School of Engineering
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Milwaukee School of Engineering graduates compare to all programs nationally
Milwaukee School of Engineering graduates earn $73k, placing them in the 78th percentile of all civil engineering bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Wisconsin
Civil Engineering bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Wisconsin (5 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee School of Engineering | $72,940 | — | — | — |
| University of Wisconsin-Madison | $71,246 | $80,265 | $23,250 | 0.33 |
| University of Wisconsin-Platteville | $69,582 | $73,240 | $23,522 | 0.34 |
| Marquette University | $68,386 | $80,636 | $27,000 | 0.39 |
| University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee | $64,317 | $72,845 | $28,000 | 0.44 |
| National Median | $69,574 | — | $24,500 | 0.35 |
Other Civil Engineering Programs in Wisconsin
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Wisconsin schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison | $11,205 | $71,246 | $23,250 |
| University of Wisconsin-Platteville Platteville | $8,315 | $69,582 | $23,522 |
| Marquette University Milwaukee | $48,700 | $68,386 | $27,000 |
| University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Milwaukee | $10,020 | $64,317 | $28,000 |
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 Milwaukee School of Engineering, approximately 23% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 16 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.