Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor's degree · Michigan State University · East Lansing, MI
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Mechanical Engineering at Michigan State University earn a median of $80,259 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 $23,250, about 29% 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 |
| Kettering University Flint | $79,307 | $28,000 |
| University of Detroit Mercy Detroit | $78,552 | — |
| Oakland University Rochester Hills | $78,213 | $21,500 |
| Lawrence Technological University Southfield | $77,321 | $27,000 |
| 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 | — |
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$75,081
Frequently asked questions
How much do Mechanical Engineering graduates from Michigan State University make?
The median salary is $80,259 one year after graduation and $99,381 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,250.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.