The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Median earnings of all students 4 years after graduating.
EarningsPlus compares student earnings after college against a benchmark of all students with the same graduate degree, adjusting for the in-state / out-of-state composition of the student body.
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Environmental engineering focuses on reducing human impacts on the environment. While not as well-compensated as some engineering fields, a master’s in environmental engineering salary is $11,734 more than a bachelor’s 3 years after graduation. Explore our picks of the best environmental engineering schools, ranked according to our data-driven methodology.
Our master’s in environmental engineering rankings cover 3 of the 46 universities available, accounting for 10% of total student conferrals. Three years after completing their degree, graduates earn a weighted average salary of $70,234.
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$106,953
Median earnings of all students 4 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.2
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$21,333
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
#2 in Environmental Engineering|#37 in Engineering
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$97,284
Median earnings of all students 4 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.2
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$20,500
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
#3 in Environmental Engineering|#55 in Engineering
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$59,169
Median earnings of all students 4 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.3
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$15,051
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
#4 in Environmental Engineering|#70 in Engineering
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$79,156
Median earnings of all students 4 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.3
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$20,886
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
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How long does it take to pay down debt in environmental engineering?
Years
Under 6 months
The average debt accrued from a master's degree in environmental engineering is covered by average graduate earnings in under 6 months.
How much do graduates with a master's degree in environmental engineering earn?
Salary
$82,457
The median master's degree in environmental engineering graduate earns $82,457 4 years after graduating.
How much does a master's degree in environmental engineering cost?
Net cost
$18,875
The average annual cost of a master's degree in environmental engineering is $18,875. This is the net cost and considers only students that have received Title IV funds.
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