Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree · The Catholic University of America · Washington, DC

CIP 14.19

$76,409Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$90,355Median earnings 4 years after
$92,376Median earnings 5 years after
$27,000Median federal debt
32Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Mechanical Engineering at The Catholic University of America earn a median of $76,409 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 $27,000, about 35% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Mechanical Engineering (Bachelor's degree) at other District of Columbia schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
George Washington University
Washington
$82,361$21,375

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Mechanical Engineering graduates from The Catholic University of America make?

The median salary is $76,409 one year after graduation and $92,376 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,000.

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