Chemical Engineering at Stanford University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Chemical Engineering bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (14 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford University | — | — | — | — |
| University of California-Berkeley | $81,553 | $108,067 | $18,155 | 0.22 |
| University of California-Santa Barbara | $79,737 | $87,132 | $14,937 | 0.19 |
| University of California-Los Angeles | $76,680 | $92,741 | $18,205 | 0.24 |
| California State Polytechnic University-Pomona | $69,009 | $88,952 | $21,812 | 0.32 |
| University of California-Davis | $68,337 | $90,820 | $16,000 | 0.23 |
| National Median | $72,974 | — | $23,250 | 0.32 |
Other Chemical Engineering Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California-Berkeley Berkeley | $14,850 | $81,553 | $18,155 |
| University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara | $14,965 | $79,737 | $14,937 |
| University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles | $13,747 | $76,680 | $18,205 |
| California State Polytechnic University-Pomona Pomona | $7,439 | $69,009 | $21,812 |
| University of California-Davis Davis | $15,247 | $68,337 | $16,000 |
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 Stanford 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.