Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor's degree · George Mason University · Fairfax, VA
$73,570Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$96,467Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$24,113Median federal debt
89Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Mechanical Engineering at George Mason University earn a median of $73,570 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $92,135 four years after graduating (middle half: $77,715–$109,121). Median debt is $24,113, about 33% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Mechanical Engineering (Bachelor's degree) at other Virginia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg | $78,280 | $22,500 |
| University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville | $74,366 | $19,000 |
| Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond | $73,355 | $22,220 |
| Old Dominion University Norfolk | $71,774 | $25,000 |
| Liberty University Lynchburg | $65,794 | $27,000 |
| Virginia Military Institute Lexington | $47,837 | $19,971 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Mechanical Engineering graduates from George Mason University make?
The median salary is $73,570 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $24,113.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.