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Mechanical Engineering Technology at South Carolina State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Mechanical Engineering Technology, take a look at what South Carolina State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
South Carolina State University is located in Orangeburg, SC.
During the most recent reporting year, 11 mechanical engineering technology degrees were granted at South Carolina State University.
Studying Online at South Carolina State University
Distance learning is available at South Carolina State University. Among 3,242 students, 182 (6%) studied exclusively online and 1,905 (59%) took at least some classes online.
Mechanical Engineering Technology Rankings at South Carolina State University
Rankings can help you compare South Carolina State University’s Mechanical Engineering Technology program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | South Carolina | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #17 of 17 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #17 of 18 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #80 of 91 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #81 of 83 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Mechanical Engineering Technology graduates at South Carolina State University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Mechanical Engineering Technology graduates at South Carolina State University are 18% women (2) and 82% men (9).
Mechanical Engineering Technology Bachelor’s Program at South Carolina State University
Of the 11 bachelor’s mechanical engineering technology graduates at South Carolina State University, 18% were women (2) and 82% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mechanical Engineering Technology bachelor’s degree recipients at South Carolina State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Black / African American | 9 |
Minority students account for 82% of Mechanical Engineering Technology bachelor’s degree recipients at South Carolina State 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.
Top-Paying Careers for Mechanical Engineering Technology Graduates
Students who finish Mechanical Engineering Technology program at South Carolina State University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Mechanical Engineering Technology majors, 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
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