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 New Jersey
Mechanical Engineering master’s graduates in New Jersey earn a weighted average salary of $81,634 3 years after graduation, placing them in the bottom 25% nationally.
Our mechanical engineering graduate rankings cover 2 of the 4 programs available in New Jersey, accounting for 78% 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$84,204
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.2
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$20,500
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
#2 in New Jersey|#56 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$74,953
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$29,588
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 New Jersey?
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 New Jersey?
Salary
$81,634
The median master's degree in mechanical engineering graduate earns $81,634 3 years after graduating.
How much does a master's degree in mechanical engineering cost in New Jersey?
Net cost
$30,147
The average annual cost of a master's degree in mechanical engineering is $30,147. This is the net cost and considers only students that have received Title IV funds.