Engineering Mechanics at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
What traits are you looking for in a school for Engineering Mechanics, consider the program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is in Champaign, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 23 engineering mechanics degrees were granted at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Many students take online classes at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Of 59,238 students, 9,212 (16%) studied exclusively online and 24,831 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Mechanics Rankings at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Use these rankings to compare University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s Engineering Mechanics program against peer institutions.
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1 of 3 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1 of 3 |
Earnings for Engineering Mechanics Graduates from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Graduates of University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s Engineering Mechanics program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $67,403 |
| 2 years | $74,307 |
| 4 years | $89,053 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Engineering Mechanics graduates from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign report median earnings of $89,053, compared with $91,048 for all University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign graduates — about 2% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Engineering Mechanics graduates at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Engineering Mechanics graduates at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign are 9% women (2) and 91% men (21).
Engineering Mechanics Bachelor’s Program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Of the 20 bachelor’s engineering mechanics graduates at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 10% were women (2) and 90% were men (18).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Engineering Mechanics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 35% of Engineering Mechanics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, higher than the national average of 21%.*
Engineering Mechanics Master’s Program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Of the 1 master’s engineering mechanics graduates at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Engineering Mechanics master’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Engineering Mechanics Doctoral Program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Among the 2 doctoral engineering mechanics graduates at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Engineering Mechanics doctoral degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 50% of Engineering Mechanics doctoral degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, above the national average of 6%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Engineering Mechanics Concentrations at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
This Engineering Mechanics program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Engineering Mechanics | 23 |
Top-Paying Careers for Engineering Mechanics Graduates
Students who finish Engineering Mechanics program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid careers for Engineering Mechanics graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Fuel Cell Engineers | $137,020 |
| Engineers, All Other | $136,628 |
| Solar Energy Systems Engineers | $116,775 |
| Mechatronics Engineers | $115,569 |
| Automotive Engineers | $107,733 |
| Microsystems Engineers | $104,558 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $101,277 |
| Wind Energy Engineers | $98,460 |
| Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | $89,263 |
| Photonics Engineers | $84,667 |
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.