The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
EarningsPlus compares student earnings after college against a benchmark of all students with the same graduate degree, adjusting for the in-state / out-of-state composition of the student body.
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Best master's in mechanical engineering in Illinois
Mechanical Engineering master’s graduates in Illinois earn a weighted average salary of $82,848 3 years after graduation, placing them in the bottom 50% nationally.
Our mechanical engineering graduate rankings cover 4 of the 7 programs available in Illinois, accounting for 71% of total student graduates. We only include schools with sufficient earnings and/or debt data.
Cost of living is not considered when comparing states.
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$92,498
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.4
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$33,785
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
#2 in Illinois|#44 in Mechanical Engineering nationally
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$86,867
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.4
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$33,546
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
#3 in Illinois|#57 in Mechanical Engineering nationally
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$78,363
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.4
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$32,046
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
#4 in Illinois|#65 in Mechanical Engineering nationally
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$72,619
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.5
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$39,070
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$84,295
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
Debt to earningsN/A
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
DebtN/A
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
How long does it take to pay down debt in mechanical engineering in Illinois?
Years
Under 6 months
The average debt accrued from a master's degree in mechanical engineering is covered by average graduate earnings in under 6 months.
How much do graduates with a master's degree in mechanical engineering earn in Illinois?
Salary
$82,848
The median master's degree in mechanical engineering graduate earns $82,848 3 years after graduating.
How much does a master's degree in mechanical engineering cost in Illinois?
Net cost
$18,499
The average annual cost of a master's degree in mechanical engineering is $18,499. This is the net cost and considers only students that have received Title IV funds.
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