Systems Engineering

Bachelor's degree · George Mason University · Fairfax, VA

CIP 14.27

$84,942Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$114,815Median earnings 4 years after
$120,847Median earnings 5 years after
$20,500Median federal debt
15Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Systems Engineering at George Mason University earn a median of $84,942 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $105,185 four years after graduating (middle half: $79,659–$137,602). Median debt is $20,500, about 24% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Systems Engineering (Bachelor's degree) at other Virginia schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Virginia-Main Campus
Charlottesville
$91,178$19,500

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Systems Engineering graduates from George Mason University make?

The median salary is $84,942 one year after graduation and $120,847 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,500.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.