Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&M University-Kingsville
If you are interested in studying Mechanical Engineering, you may want to check out the program at Texas A&M University-Kingsville. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Texas A&M University-Kingsville is in Kingsville, TX.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 40 mechanical engineering degrees were granted at Texas A&M University-Kingsville.
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Online & Distance Learning at Texas A&M University-Kingsville
Distance learning is available at Texas A&M University-Kingsville. Of 6,864 students, 861 (13%) studied exclusively online and 2,526 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Mechanical Engineering Rankings at Texas A&M University-Kingsville
Use these rankings to compare Texas A&M University-Kingsville’s Mechanical Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Texas | #7 of 29 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #10 of 42 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #20 of 29 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #32 of 43 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #65 of 364 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #314 of 365 |
Earnings for Mechanical Engineering Graduates from Texas A&M University-Kingsville
Students who complete Texas A&M University-Kingsville’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 | $59,910 |
| 2 years | $62,012 |
| 3 years | $69,747 |
| 4 years | $81,500 |
| 5 years | $89,788 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Mechanical Engineering graduates from Texas A&M University-Kingsville earn a median of $81,500, compared with $56,749 for all Texas A&M University-Kingsville graduates — about 44% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Mechanical Engineering graduates from Texas A&M University-Kingsville stands at $21,678.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Mechanical Engineering graduates at Texas A&M University-Kingsville, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Mechanical Engineering graduates at Texas A&M University-Kingsville are 5% women (2) and 95% men (38).
Mechanical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at Texas A&M University-Kingsville
Among the 25 bachelor’s mechanical engineering graduates at Texas A&M University-Kingsville, 8% were women (2) and 92% were men (23).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mechanical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Texas A&M University-Kingsville.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 17 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 68% of Mechanical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Texas A&M University-Kingsville, higher than the national average of 34%.*
Mechanical Engineering Master’s Program at Texas A&M University-Kingsville
Among the 15 master’s mechanical engineering degrees awarded at Texas A&M University-Kingsville, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mechanical Engineering master’s degree recipients at Texas A&M University-Kingsville.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 13 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 7% of Mechanical Engineering master’s degree recipients at Texas A&M University-Kingsville, below the national average of 23%.*
*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 Texas A&M University-Kingsville
This Mechanical Engineering program at Texas A&M University-Kingsville includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Mechanical Engineering | 40 |
Best-Paid Careers for Mechanical Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Mechanical Engineering program at Texas A&M University-Kingsville 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.