Civil Engineering at Princeton University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in New Jersey
Civil Engineering bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New Jersey (7 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Princeton University | — | — | — | — |
| Stevens Institute of Technology | $74,011 | $87,839 | $27,000 | 0.36 |
| The College of New Jersey | $71,649 | — | $26,500 | 0.37 |
| Rutgers University-New Brunswick | $70,609 | $78,739 | $26,291 | 0.37 |
| New Jersey Institute of Technology | $68,288 | $79,267 | $24,085 | 0.35 |
| Rowan University | $67,362 | $74,880 | $23,000 | 0.34 |
| National Median | $69,574 | — | $24,500 | 0.35 |
Other Civil Engineering Programs in New Jersey
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New Jersey schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stevens Institute of Technology Hoboken | $60,952 | $74,011 | $27,000 |
| The College of New Jersey Ewing | $18,685 | $71,649 | $26,500 |
| Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick | $17,239 | $70,609 | $26,291 |
| New Jersey Institute of Technology Newark | $19,022 | $68,288 | $24,085 |
| Rowan University Glassboro | $15,700 | $67,362 | $23,000 |
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 Princeton University, approximately 19% 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.