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Best Chemical Engineering Schools in Ohio

Ohio has 10 colleges offering Chemical Engineering programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 731 recent graduates. Graduates earn $68,150 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $66,408.

School choice matters significantly: Youngstown State University graduates earn $75,204 while Ohio University-Main Campus graduates earn $57,318 — a $17,886 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

10
Schools in OH
$68,150
OH Avg. Earnings
$66,408
National Avg.
152
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Chemical Engineering in Ohio

Public Schools (8)
$67,862
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (2)
$69,300
avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $1,438 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Chemical Engineering Schools in Ohio, Ranked by Earnings

#1
Y

Youngstown State University

Youngstown, OH · Public

$75,204
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $60,173
Graduates: 35
Acceptance: 80.3%
#2
U

University of Toledo

Toledo, OH · Public

$72,742
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $66,253
Graduates: 60
Acceptance: 94.8%
#3
U

University of Dayton

Dayton, OH · Private

$72,274
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $68,637
Graduates: 62
Acceptance: 61.7%
#4
U

University of Akron Main Campus

Akron, OH · Public

$71,015
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $66,094
Graduates: 74
Acceptance: 70.9%
#5
U

University of Cincinnati-Main Campus

Cincinnati, OH · Public

$70,456
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $73,396
Graduates: 100
Acceptance: 87.7%
#6
O

Ohio State University-Main Campus

Columbus, OH · Public

$69,561
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $66,852
Graduates: 197
Acceptance: 50.8%
#7
M

Miami University-Oxford

Oxford, OH · Public

$66,541
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $68,519
Graduates: 58
Acceptance: 82.1%
#8
C

Case Western Reserve University

Cleveland, OH · Private

$66,325
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $69,285
Graduates: 55
Acceptance: 28.7%
#9
C

Cleveland State University

Cleveland, OH · Public

$60,061
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $56,703
Graduates: 51
Acceptance: 95.5%
#10
O

Ohio University-Main Campus

Athens, OH · Public

$57,318
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $60,469
Graduates: 39
Acceptance: 84.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Chemical Engineering in Ohio?
Youngstown State University ranks #1 for Chemical Engineering in Ohio with median graduate earnings of $75,204 within two years of graduation. There are 10 schools offering Chemical Engineering programs in the state.
How much do Chemical Engineering graduates earn in Ohio?
Chemical Engineering graduates in Ohio earn an average of $68,150 within two years of graduation. This is 3% above the national average of $66,408 for this major.
What is the hardest Chemical Engineering school to get into in Ohio?
Case Western Reserve University is the most selective Chemical Engineering program in Ohio with an acceptance rate of 28.7%. The average acceptance rate across Chemical Engineering programs in the state is 73.7%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Chemical Engineering in Ohio?
In Ohio, private Chemical Engineering programs produce average earnings of $69,300 vs $67,862 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 8 public and 2 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Ohio

Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $69,100 Industrial Engineering $64,416 Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians $64,351 Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering $63,956 Computer Engineering $63,808 Computer Science $62,607 Construction Engineering Technologies $61,627 Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians $60,181
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Data updated June 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.