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Chemical Engineering at University of North Dakota

Grand Forks, ND · Public · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $73,112/yr (1% vs median)

AI Risk High (48% exposed)

Job Market Large (30,300 openings/yr)

ROI 19.2x earnings multiple (13.5x out-of-state)

Ranked #35 of 158 Chemical Engineering programs Top 25%

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Chemical Engineering graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$879K	$841K	$728K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	20.1x	19.2x	16.6x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	14.1x	13.5x	11.7x
Probability of Field Employment	82%	74%	54%
DegreeOutlook Score	74	73	70

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$43,804

Out-of-state: $62,280 (13.5x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$75,992

-73% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$25,000

4.1 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$92,442

26% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

University of North Dakota's Chemical Engineering program produces graduates earning $73,112/yr — within striking distance of the $72,288 national average for this field.

With a 19.2x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 17% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Chemical Engineering career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

Loan repayment is a non-issue here — $25,000 in median debt clears quickly against $73,112 in annual earnings.

University of North Dakota ranks #35 among 158 Chemical Engineering programs, placing it in the top 5% nationally by our financial outcomes measure.

A 26% earnings increase from $73,112 to $92,442 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About University of North Dakota

A 77% acceptance rate means University of North Dakota is accessible to most applicants, serving 9,296 students in Grand Forks, ND.

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Top Career Paths

Architectural and engineering managers $167,740/yr

Chemical engineers $121,860/yr

Engineers, all other $117,750/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 73/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Chemical Engineering at University of North Dakota?

At 73/100, this is a high-performing program. The DegreeOutlook Score combines earnings, AI resilience, and ROI — and this program delivers on all three.

Should I worry about AI if I study Chemical Engineering at University of North Dakota?

The 48% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

Is University of North Dakota one of the best schools for Chemical Engineering?

Among 158 Chemical Engineering programs, University of North Dakota's #35 position reflects consistently above-average results across earnings, ROI, and employment probability.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →