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Mechanical Engineering at Eastern Michigan University
If you are interested in studying Mechanical Engineering, you may want to check out the program at Eastern Michigan University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Eastern Michigan University is located in Ypsilanti, MI.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 7 mechanical engineering degrees were granted at Eastern Michigan University.
Online & Distance Learning at Eastern Michigan University
Many students take online classes at Eastern Michigan University. Of 12,631 students, 2,172 (17%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 5,524 (44%) took at least some classes online.
Mechanical Engineering Rankings at Eastern Michigan University
These rankings give you a sense of how Eastern Michigan University’s Mechanical Engineering program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #None of 31 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #None of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #None of 130 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #None of 31 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #None of 5 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #None of 131 |
Earnings for Mechanical Engineering Graduates from Eastern Michigan University
Students who complete Eastern Michigan University’s Mechanical Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $62,313 |
| 2 years | $69,338 |
| 3 years | $74,479 |
| 4 years | $80,179 |
| 5 years | $92,393 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Mechanical Engineering graduates from Eastern Michigan University report median earnings of $80,179, compared with $54,680 for all Eastern Michigan University graduates — about 47% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Mechanical Engineering graduates from Eastern Michigan University is $28,909.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Mechanical Engineering graduates at Eastern Michigan University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Mechanical Engineering graduates at Eastern Michigan University are 0% women (0) and 100% men (7).
Mechanical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at Eastern Michigan University
Among the 7 bachelor’s mechanical engineering degrees awarded at Eastern Michigan University, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mechanical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Eastern Michigan University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 14% of Mechanical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Eastern Michigan University, below the national average of 30%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Mechanical Engineering Concentrations at Eastern Michigan University
The Mechanical Engineering program at Eastern Michigan University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering Technology | 7 |
Top-Paying Careers for Mechanical Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Mechanical Engineering program at Eastern Michigan University go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid careers for Mechanical Engineering graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians | $134,632 |
| Robotics Technicians | $131,252 |
| Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other | $121,642 |
| Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $108,923 |
| Photonics Technicians | $106,964 |
| Automotive Engineering Technicians | $89,794 |
| Mechanical Drafters | $78,252 |
| Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians | $77,835 |
| Non-Destructive Testing Specialists | $57,631 |
| Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians | $50,761 |
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.