Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor's degree · Central Connecticut State University · New Britain, CT
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Mechanical Engineering at Central Connecticut State University earn a median of $74,676 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $92,135 four years after graduating (middle half: $77,715–$109,121). Median debt is $23,091, about 31% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Mechanical Engineering (Bachelor's degree) at other Connecticut schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus Hartford | $74,869 | $22,089 |
| University of Connecticut-Stamford Stamford | $74,869 | $22,089 |
| University of Connecticut-Avery Point Groton | $74,869 | $22,089 |
| University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus Waterbury | $74,869 | $22,089 |
| University of Connecticut Storrs | $74,869 | $22,089 |
| University of Hartford West Hartford | $73,871 | $27,000 |
| Quinnipiac University Hamden | $65,640 | $27,000 |
| Fairfield University Fairfield | $62,846 | $26,644 |
| University of New Haven West Haven | $62,534 | $27,000 |
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$52,758
Frequently asked questions
How much do Mechanical Engineering graduates from Central Connecticut State University make?
The median salary is $74,676 one year after graduation and $91,231 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,091.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.