Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor's degree · Florida Institute of Technology · Melbourne, FL
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Mechanical Engineering at Florida Institute of Technology earn a median of $69,533 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 $26,782, about 39% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Mechanical Engineering (Bachelor's degree) at other Florida schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Florida-Online Gainesville | $76,228 | $18,131 |
| University of Florida Gainesville | $76,228 | $18,131 |
| Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach Daytona Beach | $73,433 | $26,196 |
| Florida International University Miami | $71,335 | $17,395 |
| University of South Florida Tampa | $70,046 | $22,586 |
| Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton | $68,451 | $20,875 |
| University of Miami Coral Gables | $66,843 | $17,650 |
| University of North Florida Jacksonville | $66,743 | $19,611 |
| University of Central Florida Orlando | $66,298 | $20,250 |
| Florida Polytechnic University Lakeland | $62,595 | — |
| Florida State University Tallahassee | $62,021 | $23,000 |
| University of West Florida Pensacola | $58,548 | $16,285 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Mechanical Engineering graduates from Florida Institute of Technology make?
The median salary is $69,533 one year after graduation and $93,714 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,782.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.