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2023 Best Mechanical Engineering Bachelor's Degree Trade Schools in the Southeast Region
Finding the Best Mechanical Engineering Technology Bachelor's Degree School for You
Out of all the majors we analyze each year, mechanical engineering technology was ranked #25 in the country. In fact 6,205 degrees and certificates were handed out in 2021-2022.
When it comes to higher education, there are a lot of options for trade school students. Along with traditional schools that require in-person attendence, you can attend one of many reputable online schools. Some programs even offer a hybrid experience. Alternatively, you may choose a trade school that prepares you to enter the workforce with knowledge in a specific field.
To help you arm yourself with the information you need to make your decision, Trade College Search has developed this Best Mechanical Engineering Bachelor's Degree Trade Schools in the Southeast Region ranking. Our analysis looked at 8 schools in the Southeast Region to see which bachelor's degree programs offered the best educational experiences for trade school students.
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2023 Best Mechanical Engineering Technology Bachelor’s Degree Schools in the Southeast Region
The colleges and universities below are the best for me tech majors pursuing a bachelor's degree.
Top Southeast Region Trade Schools for a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering
Our analysis found University of North Carolina at Charlotte to be the best school for mechanical engineering technology students who want to pursue a bachelor’s degree in the Southeast Region . Located in the large city of Charlotte, UNC Charlotte is a public college with a fairly large student population.
When it comes time to repay the loan, graduates who are on a 10-year repayment plan pay an average monthly payment of $308.
Read full report on Mechanical Engineering Technology at University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Out of the 8 schools in the Southeast Region that were part of this year’s ranking, Kennesaw State University landed the # 2 spot on the list. Located in the suburb of Kennesaw, KSU Georgia is a public college with a fairly large student population.
While working on their Bachelor's Degree, me tech majors at KSU Georgia accumulate an average of around $23,601 in student debt.
Full Mechanical Engineering Technology at Kennesaw State University Report
The excellent bachelor’s degree programs at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Worldwide helped the school earn the #3 place on this year’s ranking of the best mechanical engineering technology schools in the Southeast Region . Located in the small city of Daytona Beach, Embry-Riddle Worldwide is a private not-for-profit school with a large student population.
ME Tech majors at Embry-Riddle Worldwide take out an average of $29,014 in student loans while working on their Bachelor's Degree.
A rank of #4 on this year’s list means ECPI University is a great place for mechanical engineering technology students working on their bachelor’s degree. ECPI University is a large private for-profit school located in the large city of Virginia Beach.
Full Mechanical Engineering Technology at ECPI University Report
You’ll be in good company if you decide to attend American Public University System. It ranked #5 on our 2023 Best Mechanical Engineering Bachelor’s Degree Trade Schools in the Southeast Region list. American Military University is a very large private for-profit school located in the fringe town of Charles Town.
On average, me tech graduates from American Military University take out $26,626 in student loans while working on their Bachelor's Degree.
Read full report on Mechanical Engineering Technology at American Public University System
University of Arkansas at Little Rock landed the #6 spot in the 2023 rankings for the best bachelor’s degree mechanical engineering technology programs. Located in the medium-sized city of Little Rock, UA Little Rock is a public college with a medium-sized student population.
Full Mechanical Engineering Technology at University of Arkansas at Little Rock Report
Fairmont State University ranked #7 on this year’s Best Mechanical Engineering Bachelor’s Degree Trade Schools in the Southeast Region list. Located in the town of Fairmont, Fairmont State is a public school with a small student population.
Read full report on Mechanical Engineering Technology at Fairmont State University
South Carolina State University ranked #8 on this year’s Best Mechanical Engineering Bachelor’s Degree Trade Schools in the Southeast Region list. South Carolina State University is a small public school located in the town of Orangeburg.
Read full report on Mechanical Engineering Technology at South Carolina State University
Best Mechanical Engineering Technology Colleges by State
Explore the best mechanical engineering technology schools for a specific state in the Southeast region.
| State | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|
| Georgia | 67 |
| South Carolina | 46 |
| Arkansas | 36 |
| North Carolina | 406 |
| Florida | 297 |
| West Virginia | 122 |
| Louisiana | 80 |
| Virginia | 214 |
| Alabama | 70 |
| Tennessee | 26 |
| Mississippi | 0 |
Mechanical Engineering Technology Related Rankings by Major
One of 18 majors within the trade school area of study, mechanical engineering technology has other similar majors worth exploring.
ME Tech Concentrations
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology | 3,490 |
| Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering Technology | 1,074 |
| Automotive Engineering Technology | 1,062 |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies, Other | 473 |
| Marine Engineering Technology | 106 |
Most Popular Related Majors
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Industrial Production Technology | 11,288 |
| Electromechanical Engineering Technology | 10,780 |
| Environmental Control Technology | 9,376 |
| Drafting & Design Engineering Technology | 8,822 |
| Electronics Engineering Technology | 8,347 |
Notes and References
*These averages are for the top 8 schools only.
- Read more about our ranking methodology.
- The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), a branch of the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) serves as the core of the rest of our data about colleges.
- Some other college data, including much of the graduate earnings data, comes from the U.S. Department of Education’s (College Scorecard).
More about our data sources and methodologies.