Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree · Auburn University · Auburn, AL

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$94,863Median earnings 1 year after graduating

—Median earnings 3 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

—Median federal debt

27Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Mechanical Engineering at Auburn University earn a median of $94,863 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $115,974 four years after graduating (middle half: $97,429–$140,629).

Other programs at Auburn University

Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's degree$143,121
Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and AdministrationFirst professional degree$110,525
Architectural EngineeringMaster's degree$103,273
Veterinary MedicineFirst professional degree$101,514
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingMaster's degree$100,573
Real Estate DevelopmentMaster's degree$98,116
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject AreasDoctoral degree$87,657
Chemical EngineeringBachelor's degree$82,217
Computer EngineeringBachelor's degree$80,067
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications EngineeringBachelor's degree$78,680
Architectural EngineeringBachelor's degree$77,115
Mechanical EngineeringBachelor's degree$74,005
Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree$72,440
Industrial EngineeringBachelor's degree$71,063
Accounting and Related ServicesMaster's degree$69,737
Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space EngineeringBachelor's degree$68,607
Civil EngineeringBachelor's degree$68,291
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's degree$67,120
Biology, GeneralMaster's degree$66,864
Management Sciences and Quantitative MethodsBachelor's degree$64,841

Frequently asked questions

How much do Mechanical Engineering graduates from Auburn University make?

The median salary is $94,863 one year after graduation.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.