District of Columbia · Chemical Engineering

Best Chemical Engineering institutions in District of Columbia, ranked by earnings

Chemical Engineering is a dynamic field of engineering focused on the design and operation of chemical plants and the optimization of production processes. This program is ideal for students interested in applying principles from…

Institutions
1
offering CIP 14.07
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
19
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
$48,194
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
70%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Chemical Engineers
BLS OEWS 2024

1 institutions offering Chemical Engineering in District of Columbia

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

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1Howard University
Washington Private not-for-profit
1970%$48,194

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Chemical Engineers (SOC 17-2041).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
+2.6%
About as fast as average
Openings / yr (US)
~1,100
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$121,860
typically Bachelor's degree

Top skills

ScienceCritical ThinkingReading ComprehensionActive LearningMathematicsSpeaking

What Chemical Engineers earn in District of Columbia

Jobs in District of Columbia
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
annual
Best-paying metro
$132,200
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV

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Common questions

Answers for students comparing Chemical Engineering programs in District of Columbia.

What is the focus of the Chemical Engineering program?+

Chemical Engineering is a dynamic field of engineering focused on the design and operation of chemical plants and the optimization of production processes. This program is ideal for students interested in applying principles from…

What skills will I develop in this program?+

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

What is the job outlook for Chemical Engineers?+

The national job outlook is about +2.6% growth with around 1,100 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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