Engineering, General
Bachelor's degree · Western Carolina University · Cullowhee, NC
$62,244Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$82,500Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$25,550Median federal debt
45Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Engineering, General at Western Carolina University earn a median of $62,244 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $89,359 four years after graduating (middle half: $73,449–$108,835). Median debt is $25,550, about 41% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Engineering, General (Bachelor's degree) at other North Carolina schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of North Carolina Asheville Asheville | $73,410 | $30,513 |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh Raleigh | $71,769 | — |
| East Carolina University Greenville | $65,758 | $24,342 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Engineering, General graduates from Western Carolina University make?
The median salary is $62,244 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,550.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.