Mechanical Engineering at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
What traits are you looking for in a school for Mechanical Engineering, you may want to check out the program at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is located in Edwardsville, IL.
During the most recent reporting year, 71 mechanical engineering degrees were awarded at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.
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Online & Distance Learning at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Many students take online classes at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. Of 11,893 students, 1,999 (17%) studied exclusively online and 3,314 (28%) took at least some classes online.
Mechanical Engineering Rankings at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Rankings can help you compare Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Mechanical Engineering program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #5 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #6 of 10 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #16 of 59 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #35 of 59 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #108 of 364 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #214 of 365 |
Earnings for Mechanical Engineering Graduates from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Those who finish Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Mechanical Engineering program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $60,153 |
| 2 years | $59,534 |
| 3 years | $67,063 |
| 4 years | $75,517 |
| 5 years | $86,329 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Mechanical Engineering graduates from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville report median earnings of $75,517, compared with $71,140 for all Southern Illinois University Edwardsville graduates — about 6% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Mechanical Engineering graduates from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is $23,110.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Mechanical Engineering graduates at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Mechanical Engineering graduates at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville are 11% women (8) and 89% men (63).
Mechanical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Among the 51 bachelor’s mechanical engineering graduates at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, 12% were women (6) and 88% were men (45).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mechanical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 44 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 12% of Mechanical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, below the national average of 34%.*
Mechanical Engineering Master’s Program at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Among the 20 master’s mechanical engineering degrees awarded at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, 10% were women (2) and 90% were men (18).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mechanical Engineering master’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 17 |
| Unknown | 1 |
*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 Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
The Mechanical Engineering program at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Mechanical Engineering | 71 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Mechanical Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Mechanical Engineering program at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for Mechanical Engineering majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Fuel Cell Engineers | $137,020 |
| Automotive Engineers | $107,733 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $101,277 |
| Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | $89,263 |
| Cost Estimators | $80,966 |
| Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | $79,889 |
| Mechanical Engineers | $79,543 |
| Aerospace Engineers | $63,328 |
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.