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Mechanical Engineering Technology at Fairmont State University
If you plan to study Mechanical Engineering Technology, take a look at what Fairmont State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Fairmont State University is in Fairmont, WV.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 12 mechanical engineering technology degrees were granted at Fairmont State University.
Studying Online at Fairmont State University
Distance learning is available at Fairmont State University. Of 3,305 students, 835 (25%) studied exclusively online and 1,462 (44%) took at least some classes online.
Mechanical Engineering Technology Rankings at Fairmont State University
Use these rankings to compare Fairmont State University’s Mechanical Engineering Technology program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | West Virginia | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | West Virginia | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #12 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #14 of 17 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #37 of 91 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #77 of 83 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Mechanical Engineering Technology graduates at Fairmont State University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Mechanical Engineering Technology graduates at Fairmont State University are 8% women (1) and 92% men (11).
Mechanical Engineering Technology Bachelor’s Program at Fairmont State University
Of the 12 bachelor’s mechanical engineering technology graduates at Fairmont State University, 8% were women (1) and 92% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mechanical Engineering Technology bachelor’s degree recipients at Fairmont State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 17% of Mechanical Engineering Technology bachelor’s degree recipients at Fairmont State University, below the national average of 32%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Highest-Paying Careers for Mechanical Engineering Technology Graduates
Students who finish Mechanical Engineering Technology program at Fairmont State University pursue many career paths. Below are the top-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.