Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor's degree · Universidad Politecnica de Puerto Rico · Hato Rey, PR
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$45,670Median earnings 3 years after
$65,413Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
61Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Mechanical Engineering at Universidad Politecnica de Puerto Rico earn a median of $45,670. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $92,135 four years after graduating (middle half: $77,715–$109,121).
Mechanical Engineering (Bachelor's degree) at other Puerto Rico schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez Mayaguez | $64,869 | $7,625 |
| Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Bayamon Bayamon | $35,250 | $14,495 |
Other programs at Universidad Politecnica de Puerto Rico
- Computer EngineeringBachelor's degree
$38,213 - ArchitectureBachelor's degree
$20,080 - Civil EngineeringBachelor's degree
$40,637 - Electrical, Electronics, and Communications EngineeringBachelor's degree
$52,280 - Industrial EngineeringBachelor's degree
$47,511 - Engineering-Related FieldsMaster's degree
$56,341 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's degree
$19,765 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's degree
$48,903
Frequently asked questions
How much do Mechanical Engineering graduates from Universidad Politecnica de Puerto Rico make?
The median salary is $45,670 and $65,413 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.