Mechanical Engineering Schools in California
Featured schools near , edit
Jobs for Mechanical Engineering Grads in California
There are 94,750 people in the state and 824,980 people in the nation working in ME jobs.
Wages for Mechanical Engineering Jobs in California
ME grads earn an average of $148,119 in the state and $122,678 nationwide.
Most Popular Mechanical Engineering Programs in CA
Our data covers 19 colleges in California offering ME degrees. Learn about the most popular 19 below:
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $57,445 a year. The school admits about 12% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 97%.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $41,763 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 9% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 97%.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $62,831 a year. With an admission rate of 30%, getting in takes some planning. 95% of full-time students return after their first year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $40,474 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 26%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 94%.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $38,082 after earning their degree at this institution. About 47% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 85%.
Graduates earn a median salary of $89,527 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 4% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 98%.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $43,850 a year. With an admission rate of 74%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 88%.
Graduates earn a median salary of $58,993 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 80%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 86%.
Graduates earn a median salary of $42,235 in their first year after graduation. About 34% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 90%.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $41,123 after earning their degree at this institution. About 42% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 93%.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $63,275 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 10%, getting in takes some planning. 96% of full-time students return after their first year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $33,932 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 63%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 88%.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $39,215 after earning their degree at this institution. About 87% of those who apply are admitted. 85% of full-time students return after their first year.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $42,434 a year. The school admits about 94% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 81%.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $39,692 after earning their degree at this institution. About 39% of those who apply are admitted. 83% of full-time students return after their first year.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $37,248 a year. About 92% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 73%.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $38,259 a year. About 28% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 92%.
Graduates earn a median salary of $41,145 in their first year after graduation. About 96% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 84%.
Graduates earn a median salary of $42,772 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 94%, getting in takes some planning. 84% of full-time students return after their first year.
Mechanical Engineering Careers in CA
Some of the careers ME majors go into include:
| Job Title | Nationwide Job Growth | Nationwide Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Estimators | 12% | $80,966 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | 9% | $101,277 |
| Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | 8% | $89,263 |
| Mechanical Engineers | 8% | $79,543 |
| Automotive Engineers | 6% | $107,733 |
| Aerospace Engineers | 5% | $63,328 |
| Fuel Cell Engineers | -2% | $137,020 |
| Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | -2% | $79,889 |
Related Majors in California
Below are some popular majors that are similar to ME.
| Major | Annual Graduates Nationwide |
|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | 26,760 |
| Civil Engineering | 20,005 |
| Computer Engineering | 19,986 |
| Biomedical Engineering | 13,914 |
| General Engineering | 13,411 |
| Chemical Engineering | 10,939 |
| Aeronautical Engineering | 9,596 |
| Industrial Engineering | 8,533 |
View all majors related to Mechanical Engineering
Explore Major by State
Alabama
Arkansas
Connecticut
Florida
Hawaii
Indiana
Kentucky
Maryland
Minnesota
Montana
New Hampshire
New York
Ohio
Pennsylvania
South Carolina
Texas
Virginia
Wisconsin
View Nationwide Mechanical Engineering Report
References
More about our data sources and methodologies.
