Mechanical Engineering
Master's degree · Stony Brook University · Stony Brook, NY
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Mechanical Engineering at Stony Brook University earn a median of $82,757 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $115,974 four years after graduating (middle half: $97,429–$140,629). Median debt is $13,759, about 17% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Mechanical Engineering (Master's degree) at other New York schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia University in the City of New York New York | $104,503 | — |
| Cornell University Ithaca | $99,587 | $21,805 |
| Clarkson University Potsdam | $93,595 | — |
| Syracuse University Syracuse | $87,250 | — |
| Rochester Institute of Technology Rochester | $87,056 | — |
| Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy | $85,723 | — |
| Binghamton University Vestal | $81,947 | $20,213 |
| Manhattan University Riverdale | $78,631 | — |
| University at Buffalo Buffalo | $77,986 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Mechanical Engineering graduates from Stony Brook University make?
The median salary is $82,757 one year after graduation and $101,290 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $13,759.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.