Alabama · Metallurgical Engineering

Best Metallurgical Engineering institutions in Alabama, ranked by earnings

Metallurgical Engineering is a specialized field within engineering that focuses on the study of metallic elements, their compounds, and alloys. This program is ideal for students interested in materials science and engineering, providing…

Institutions
1
offering CIP 14.20
States offered
8
with a program page
Degrees / yr
13
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
73%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Materials Engineers
$112,300
BLS OEWS 2024

1 institutions offering Metallurgical Engineering in Alabama

Graduate earnings are not yet reported for these institutions; ordered by completions.

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa Public
1373%

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Materials Engineers (SOC 17-2131).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
+5.7%
Faster than average
Openings / yr (US)
~1,500
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$108,310
typically Bachelor's degree

Top skills

Reading ComprehensionActive ListeningScienceCritical ThinkingMathematicsSpeaking

What Materials Engineers earn in Alabama

Jobs in Alabama
660
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$112,300
median $110,150
Best-paying metro
$123,730
Decatur, AL

Related careers

Materials Engineers
$112,300 avg · 660 jobs

Common questions

Answers for students comparing Metallurgical Engineering programs in Alabama.

How much do Materials Engineers earn in Alabama?+

The average annual wage for Materials Engineers in Alabama is $112,300 (median $110,150), across about 660 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024.

What is the focus of the Metallurgical Engineering program?+

Metallurgical Engineering is a specialized field within engineering that focuses on the study of metallic elements, their compounds, and alloys. This program is ideal for students interested in materials science and engineering, providing…

What skills will I develop in this program?+

You will develop reading comprehension, active listening, science, critical thinking, and related professional skills.

What is the job outlook for Materials Engineers?+

The national job outlook is about +5.7% growth with around 1,500 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).

What is the typical education requirement?+

A Bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).

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