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The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has projected employment of chemical engineers to rise 10% from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the national average in other occupations. Additionally, the 2023 AIChE Salary Survey shows the median salary for chemical engineers is $150,000. The same salary survey found new graduates median starting salary to be $74,500.
A number of industry and civic leaders many located right down the street from the university consistently look to hire Wayne State chemical engineering and materials science graduates who are equipped to work in a vast array of industries including automobile manufacturing, food processing, pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals, specialty chemicals, electronic materials, and environmental health and safety. The versatility and interdisciplinary nature of this field provides value to professionals who want to move into project management, technical sales, consulting or other leadership roles.
Many Wayne State chemical engineering undergraduates continue their studies in graduate programs (M.S. or Ph.D.) in chemical engineering, or in related disciplines such as materials science and biomedical engineering. Chemical engineering also provides excellent undergraduate preparation for professional programs in medicine (M.D.), law (J.D.), and business (M.B.A.).
As an engineering student, going to school in Detroit provides an extra level of opportunity to learn and find internships especially within the automotive industry. There are also a great deal of fun activities, sporting events, and art and historical venues to attend in close proximity to the university.
Julia Mlinarevic
BSChE '22
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