Best Chemical Engineering Schools in Alabama

Alabama has 5 colleges offering Chemical Engineering programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 231 recent graduates. Graduates earn $67,727 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $66,251.

Schools in AL

$67,727

AL Avg. Earnings

$66,251

National Avg.

168

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Chemical Engineering in Alabama

Public Schools (4)

$68,029

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (1)

$66,821

avg. 2yr earnings

Public schools in Alabama produce comparable or higher early earnings for Chemical Engineering graduates, often at lower cost — making them strong value options.

Chemical Engineering Schools in Alabama, Ranked by Earnings

Auburn University

Auburn, AL · Public

$74,576

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $75,285

Graduates: 46

Acceptance: 50.5%

The University of Alabama

Tuscaloosa, AL · Public

$67,995

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $65,209

Graduates: 94

Acceptance: 75.8%

University of South Alabama

Mobile, AL · Public

$61,516

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $70,168

Graduates: 38

Acceptance: 65.5%

University of Alabama in Huntsville

Huntsville, AL · Public

N/A

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $59,187

Graduates: 25

Acceptance: 74.3%

Tuskegee University

Tuskegee, AL · Private

$66,821

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $62,936

Graduates: 28

Acceptance: 31.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Chemical Engineering in Alabama?

Auburn University ranks #1 for Chemical Engineering in Alabama with median graduate earnings of $74,576 within two years of graduation. There are 5 schools offering Chemical Engineering programs in the state.

How much do Chemical Engineering graduates earn in Alabama?

Chemical Engineering graduates in Alabama earn an average of $67,727 within two years of graduation. This is 2% above the national average of $66,251 for this major.

What is the hardest Chemical Engineering school to get into in Alabama?

Tuskegee University is the most selective Chemical Engineering program in Alabama with an acceptance rate of 31.4%. The average acceptance rate across Chemical Engineering programs in the state is 59.5%.

Should I attend a public or private school for Chemical Engineering in Alabama?

In Alabama, private Chemical Engineering programs produce average earnings of $66,821 vs $68,029 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 4 public and 1 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Alabama

Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $67,439 Computer Engineering $62,779 Industrial Engineering $60,359 Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering $58,359 Civil Engineering $56,631 Computer and Information Sciences, General $56,387 Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management $49,644 Management Information Systems and Services $49,560

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.