Chemical Engineering at University of Chicago
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Chemical Engineering bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (5 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Chicago | $70,983* | — | $25,918* | — |
| Northwestern University | $80,709* | $100,444 | $16,500* | 0.20 |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | $77,440* | $93,416 | $22,850* | 0.30 |
| Illinois Institute of Technology | $64,526* | $86,454 | $26,747* | 0.41 |
| University of Illinois Chicago | $58,377* | $77,771 | $23,875* | 0.41 |
| National Median | $72,974* | — | $23,250* | 0.32 |
Other Chemical Engineering Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern University Evanston | $65,997 | $80,709 | $16,500 |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign | $16,004 | $77,440 | $22,850 |
| Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago | $51,763 | $64,526 | $26,747 |
| University of Illinois Chicago Chicago | $14,338 | $58,377 | $23,875 |
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 University of Chicago, approximately 14% 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 IL. Actual outcomes may vary.