Mining and Mineral Engineering at West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV · Bachelor's Degree · about 17 graduates a year
West Virginia University graduates in mining and mineral engineering earn 8% more than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 23% of one year’s pay at that point.
How West Virginia University Compares for Mining and Mineral Engineering
All 7 colleges reporting mining and mineral engineering earnings at this degree level, ranked by median pay four years after graduation. “Wage-adjusted” divides pay by the square root of the state’s wage index so colleges in low-wage states aren’t penalized for local pay.
| # | College | 4 yrs after | Wage-adjusted | Adj. rank | 1 yr after |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Arizona Tucson, AZ | $120,031 | $123,334 | #2 | $86,924 |
| 2 | Colorado School of Mines Golden, CO | $109,695 | $102,586 | #4 | $83,309 |
| 3 | West Virginia University Morgantown, WV | $109,619 | $129,685 | #1 | $85,897 |
| 4 | Missouri University of Science and Technology Rolla, MO | $95,707 | $102,618 | #3 | — |
| 5 | Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg, VA | $94,397 | $85,957 | #7 | $74,793 |
| 6 | Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park, PA | $91,411 | $92,966 | #6 | — |
| 7 | South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Rapid City, SD | $88,904 | $95,696 | #5 | $90,514 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do West Virginia University mining and mineral engineering graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $85,897 one year after graduating and $109,619 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does West Virginia University rank for mining and mineral engineering?
Among 7 colleges reporting earnings for mining and mineral engineering graduates, West Virginia University ranks #3 by median pay four years after graduation, and #1 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is mining and mineral engineering at West Virginia University worth it?
Its graduates earn 8% more than the national median for mining and mineral engineering ($101,390), and the median federal debt at graduation is $24,903.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are medians for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled; programs with few graduates are not reported. Wage adjustment uses Census ACS state median household income.