Mining and Mineral Engineering
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University · Blacksburg, VA
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University offers Bachelor's, Doctoral's, and Master's programs in Mining and Mineral Engineering. The Bachelor program, with 37 completers, is the most popular. Graduates earn a median salary of $94,397 four years after completion, near the national median for this field. Graduates typically enter roles like Architectural and Engineering Managers, Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary, and Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers. The median salary for Architectural and Engineering Managers is $165,370.
Bachelor
Median Earnings (4yr)
$94,397
Completers
37
Doctoral
Median Earnings (4yr)
Not reported
Completers
5
Master
Median Earnings (4yr)
Not reported
Completers
3
Related Careers
| Job Title | Median Salary | Job Growth (10yr) | Total Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $165,370 | 4% | 207,800 |
| Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | $106,910 | Not reported | 38,370 |
| Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers | $100,640 | 1% | 7,040 |
Institution Overview
In-State Tuition
$15,948
Out-of-State Tuition
$37,764
Graduation Rate
86.3%
Total Enrollment
30,923
Same Program at Other Institutions
- University of Arizona — $120,031
- Colorado School of Mines — $109,695
- West Virginia University — $109,619
- Missouri University of Science and Technology — $95,707
- Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus — $91,411