Industrial Engineering
Bachelor's degree · Wayne State University · Detroit, MI
$77,815Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$101,990Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$21,126Median federal debt
11Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Industrial Engineering at Wayne State University earn a median of $77,815 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $98,442 four years after graduating (middle half: $81,158–$121,691). Median debt is $21,126, about 27% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Industrial Engineering (Bachelor's degree) at other Michigan schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor | $86,476 | $19,750 |
| Kettering University Flint | $85,105 | — |
| Oakland University Rochester Hills | $77,169 | $28,500 |
| Western Michigan University Kalamazoo | $74,670 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Industrial Engineering graduates from Wayne State University make?
The median salary is $77,815 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $21,126.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.