Civil Engineering at Rice University
Master's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Civil Engineering masters's programs at peer institutions in Texas (13 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rice University | $75,905* | — | — | — |
| The University of Texas at Austin | $83,515* | $101,220 | — | — |
| Texas A&M University-College Station | $76,239* | $84,074 | — | — |
| The University of Texas at Arlington | $75,570* | $89,812 | — | — |
| The University of Texas at San Antonio | $71,454* | — | — | — |
| National Median | $79,898* | — | — | — |
Other Civil Engineering Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Texas at Austin Austin | $11,678 | $83,515 | — |
| Texas A&M University-College Station College Station | $13,099 | $76,239 | — |
| The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington | $11,728 | $75,570 | — |
| The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio | $8,991 | $71,454 | — |
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 Rice University, approximately 16% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 4 similar programs in TX. Actual outcomes may vary.