Industrial Engineering
Bachelor's degree · Western Michigan University · Kalamazoo, MI
$74,670Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$92,306Median earnings 4 years after
$82,100Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
20Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Industrial Engineering at Western Michigan University earn a median of $74,670 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).
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 | — |
| Wayne State University Detroit | $77,815 | $21,126 |
| Oakland University Rochester Hills | $77,169 | $28,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Industrial Engineering graduates from Western Michigan University make?
The median salary is $74,670 one year after graduation and $82,100 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.