Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor's degree · Indiana University-Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Mechanical Engineering at Indiana University-Indianapolis earn a median of $69,746 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 $20,921, about 30% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Mechanical Engineering (Bachelor's degree) at other Indiana schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Notre Dame Notre Dame | $84,999 | $18,910 |
| Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette | $80,374 | $19,500 |
| Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Terre Haute | $78,732 | $25,000 |
| Purdue University Northwest Hammond | $68,632 | $22,352 |
| Valparaiso University Valparaiso | $68,265 | $27,000 |
| Trine University Angola | $66,816 | $27,000 |
| University of Evansville Evansville | $66,553 | $25,010 |
| Purdue University Fort Wayne Fort Wayne | $64,534 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Mechanical Engineering graduates from Indiana University-Indianapolis make?
The median salary is $69,746 one year after graduation and $87,604 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,921.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.