Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree · University of Delaware · Newark, DE

CIP 14.19

$74,313Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$93,873Median earnings 4 years after
$91,595Median earnings 5 years after
$26,000Median federal debt
136Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Mechanical Engineering at University of Delaware earn a median of $74,313 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 $26,000, about 35% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Mechanical Engineering graduates from University of Delaware make?

The median salary is $74,313 one year after graduation and $91,595 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,000.

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