Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree · University of Idaho · Moscow, ID

CIP 14.19

$65,409Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$86,415Median earnings 4 years after
$86,119Median earnings 5 years after
$21,125Median federal debt
56Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Mechanical Engineering at University of Idaho earn a median of $65,409 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 $21,125, about 32% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Mechanical Engineering (Bachelor's degree) at other Idaho schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Brigham Young University-Idaho
Rexburg
$68,943$17,290
Idaho State University
Pocatello
$66,385$31,000
Boise State University
Boise
$62,835$24,667

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $65,409 one year after graduation and $86,119 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $21,125.

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