Mechanical Engineering at University of Missouri-Kansas City
If you plan to study Mechanical Engineering, you may want to check out the program at University of Missouri-Kansas City. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Missouri-Kansas City sits in Kansas City, MO.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 53 mechanical engineering graduations were recorded at University of Missouri-Kansas City.
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Online Class Availability at University of Missouri-Kansas City
Many students take online classes at University of Missouri-Kansas City. Of 14,732 students, 683 (5%) studied exclusively online and 2,951 (20%) took at least some classes online.
Mechanical Engineering Rankings at University of Missouri-Kansas City
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Missouri-Kansas City’s Mechanical Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Missouri | #2 of 6 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #2 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #5 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #16 of 25 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #89 of 364 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #211 of 365 |
Earnings for Mechanical Engineering Graduates from University of Missouri-Kansas City
Those who finish University of Missouri-Kansas City’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 | $69,750 |
| 2 years | $65,920 |
| 3 years | $74,106 |
| 4 years | $84,088 |
| 5 years | $94,596 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Mechanical Engineering graduates from University of Missouri-Kansas City take home a median $84,088, compared with $75,586 for all University of Missouri-Kansas City graduates — about 11% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Mechanical Engineering graduates from University of Missouri-Kansas City stands at $26,068.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Mechanical Engineering graduates at University of Missouri-Kansas City, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Mechanical Engineering graduates at University of Missouri-Kansas City are 15% women (8) and 85% men (45).
Mechanical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Missouri-Kansas City
Among the 41 bachelor’s mechanical engineering degrees awarded at University of Missouri-Kansas City, 15% were women (6) and 85% were men (35).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mechanical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Kansas City.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 29 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 22% of Mechanical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Kansas City, below the national average of 34%.*
Mechanical Engineering Master’s Program at University of Missouri-Kansas City
Of the 12 master’s mechanical engineering degrees awarded at University of Missouri-Kansas City, 17% were women (2) and 83% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mechanical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Kansas City.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 25% of Mechanical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Kansas City, higher than 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 University of Missouri-Kansas City
The Mechanical Engineering program at University of Missouri-Kansas City breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Mechanical Engineering | 53 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Mechanical Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Mechanical Engineering program at University of Missouri-Kansas City pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for Mechanical Engineering graduates, 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.