Mechanical Engineering
Master's degree · University of Pennsylvania · Philadelphia, PA
$94,109Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
$113,006Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
65Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Mechanical Engineering at University of Pennsylvania earn a median of $94,109 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).
Mechanical Engineering (Master's degree) at other Pennsylvania schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania State University-World Campus University Park | $102,645 | — |
| Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park | $102,645 | — |
| Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg Middletown | $102,645 | — |
| University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh | $98,933 | — |
| Lehigh University Bethlehem | $98,551 | — |
| Villanova University Villanova | $98,277 | — |
| Drexel University Philadelphia | $93,661 | — |
| Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh | $93,617 | $34,193 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Mechanical Engineering graduates from University of Pennsylvania make?
The median salary is $94,109 one year after graduation and $113,006 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.