Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor's degree · Lawrence Technological University · Southfield, MI
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Mechanical Engineering at Lawrence Technological University earn a median of $77,321 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 Michigan schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor | $82,823 | $20,500 |
| Michigan State University East Lansing | $80,259 | $23,250 |
| Kettering University Flint | $79,307 | $28,000 |
| University of Detroit Mercy Detroit | $78,552 | — |
| Oakland University Rochester Hills | $78,213 | $21,500 |
| Lake Superior State University Sault Ste Marie | $77,229 | — |
| Saginaw Valley State University University Center | $76,823 | $26,679 |
| Grand Valley State University Allendale | $75,777 | $26,012 |
| University of Michigan-Flint Flint | $74,974 | $31,000 |
| Michigan Technological University Houghton | $74,922 | $27,000 |
| Wayne State University Detroit | $74,457 | $22,500 |
| University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn | $70,688 | $22,500 |
| Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant | $69,862 | $27,000 |
| Western Michigan University Kalamazoo | $68,260 | $29,000 |
| Baker College Owosso | $68,060 | — |
Other programs at Lawrence Technological University
- Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's degree
$99,853 - Electrical, Electronics, and Communications EngineeringBachelor's degree
$80,671 - Civil EngineeringBachelor's degree
$77,836 - Computer ScienceBachelor's degree
$67,392 - Biomedical/Medical EngineeringBachelor's degree
$64,298 - Architectural Sciences and TechnologyMaster's degree
$57,098 - Design and Applied ArtsBachelor's degree
$53,161
Frequently asked questions
How much do Mechanical Engineering graduates from Lawrence Technological University make?
The median salary is $77,321 one year after graduation and $94,853 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.