Mechanical Engineering
Master's degree · University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign · Champaign, IL
$105,575Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$127,773Median earnings 4 years after
$128,517Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
69Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Mechanical Engineering at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign earn a median of $105,575 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $115,974 four years after graduating (middle half: $97,429–$140,629).
Mechanical Engineering (Master's degree) at other Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Illinois University Dekalb | $96,253 | — |
| Northwestern University Evanston | $83,978 | — |
| Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago | $83,195 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Mechanical Engineering graduates from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign make?
The median salary is $105,575 one year after graduation and $128,517 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.