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 3 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.
Best civil engineering master's programs in Virginia
Civil Engineering master’s graduates in Virginia earn a weighted average salary of $74,367 3 years after graduation, placing them in the top 50% nationally.
Our civil engineering graduate rankings cover 2 of the 3 programs available in Virginia, accounting for 91% of total student graduates. We only include schools with sufficient earnings and/or debt data.
Cost of living is not considered when comparing states.
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$77,595
Median earnings of all students 3 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$20,500
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
#2 in Virginia|#58 in Civil Engineering nationally
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$64,493
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.5
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$34,767
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
How long does it take to pay down debt in civil engineering in Virginia?
Years
Under 6 months
The average debt accrued from a master's degree in civil engineering is covered by average graduate earnings in under 6 months.
How much do graduates with a master's degree in civil engineering earn in Virginia?
Salary
$74,367
The median master's degree in civil engineering graduate earns $74,367 3 years after graduating.
How much does a master's degree in civil engineering cost in Virginia?
Net cost
$20,981
The average annual cost of a master's degree in civil engineering is $20,981. This is the net cost and considers only students that have received Title IV funds.
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