Engineering, General

Bachelor's degree · James Madison University · Harrisonburg, VA

CIP 14.01

$71,176Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$91,761Median earnings 4 years after

$88,212Median earnings 5 years after

$24,750Median federal debt

66Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Engineering, General at James Madison University earn a median of $71,176 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 $24,750, about 35% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Engineering, General graduates from James Madison University make?

The median salary is $71,176 one year after graduation and $88,212 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $24,750.

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