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Mechanical Engineering Technology at Central Washington University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Mechanical Engineering Technology, take a look at what Central Washington University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Central Washington University is in Ellensburg, WA.
During the most recent reporting year, 25 mechanical engineering technology degrees were awarded at Central Washington University.
Online & Distance Learning at Central Washington University
Distance learning is available at Central Washington University. Of 10,811 students, 2,377 (22%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,856 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Mechanical Engineering Technology Rankings at Central Washington University
Use these rankings to compare Central Washington University’s Mechanical Engineering Technology program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #1 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Washington | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #2 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #8 of 83 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #52 of 91 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Mechanical Engineering Technology graduates at Central Washington University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Mechanical Engineering Technology graduates at Central Washington University are 4% women (1) and 96% men (24).
Mechanical Engineering Technology Bachelor’s Program at Central Washington University
Among the 25 bachelor’s mechanical engineering technology degrees awarded at Central Washington University, 4% were women (1) and 96% were men (24).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mechanical Engineering Technology bachelor’s degree recipients at Central Washington University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 36% of Mechanical Engineering Technology bachelor’s degree recipients at Central Washington University, above the national average of 32%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Best-Paid Careers for Mechanical Engineering Technology Graduates
Graduates of the Mechanical Engineering Technology program at Central Washington University work across a variety of fields. Here are the highest-paying careers for Mechanical Engineering Technology graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians | $134,632 |
| Robotics Technicians | $131,252 |
| Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $108,923 |
| Automotive Engineering Technicians | $89,794 |
| Mechanical Drafters | $78,252 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.