Mechanical Engineering

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About Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering programs prepare individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of physical systems used in manufacturing and end-product systems used for specific uses, including machine tools, jigs and other manufacturing equipment; stationary power units and appliances; engines; self-propelled vehicles; housings and containers; hydraulic and electric systems for controlling movement; and the integration of computers and remote control with operating systems.

Of the 35,228 Mechanical Engineering degrees granted each year at the Bachelors degree level, 17% percent are awarded to women and the other 83% percent are men. Did you know that California has more students being awarded a degree in Mechanical Engineering than any other state in the US? In fact, California awarded 3,714 degrees last year! The average annual income for an undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering is $63,500.

Popularity of Mechanical Engineering Degrees in the U.S.
This heat map represents the states that have the highest percent of Mechanical Engineering degrees compared to all other degrees awarded in that state.
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Careers

The highest paying career for Mechanical Engineering majors is Architectural and Engineering Managers. But, something else to think about is how many job openings there currently is. A position that is in high need that a degree in Mechanical Engineering can prepare you for is Mechanical Engineers.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Mechanical Engineering majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Mechanical Engineering majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
35,228
Female Students
6,031 (17%)
Male Students
29,197 (82%)
White (20,914, 59%)
Hispanic or Latino (4,841, 14%)
Asian (3,334, 9%)
U.S. Nonresident (2,413, 7%)
Two or more races (1,439, 4%)
Black or African American (1,312, 4%)
Race/ethnicity unknown (852, 2%)
American Indian or Alaska Native (83, <1%)
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander (40, <1%)

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