Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor's degree · University of Michigan-Dearborn · Dearborn, MI
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Mechanical Engineering at University of Michigan-Dearborn earn a median of $70,688 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 $22,500, about 32% 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 |
| 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 |
| 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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$104,388 - Information Science/StudiesMaster's degree
$101,914 - Computer ProgrammingBachelor's degree
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$79,022 - Electrical, Electronics, and Communications EngineeringBachelor's degree
$78,942 - Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree
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$69,412 - Management Information Systems and ServicesBachelor's degree
$65,211 - Management Sciences and Quantitative MethodsBachelor's degree
$61,297 - Education, GeneralMaster's degree
$60,795 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject AreasMaster's degree
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$58,438 - Accounting and Related ServicesBachelor's degree
$57,833 - Public AdministrationMaster's degree
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$57,102 - Human Resources Management and ServicesBachelor's degree
$55,944
Frequently asked questions
How much do Mechanical Engineering graduates from University of Michigan-Dearborn make?
The median salary is $70,688 one year after graduation and $99,846 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $22,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.