Mechanical Engineering at University of Maryland-Baltimore County
If you plan to study Mechanical Engineering, you may want to check out the program at University of Maryland-Baltimore County. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Maryland-Baltimore County is located in Baltimore, MD.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 144 mechanical engineering graduations were recorded at University of Maryland-Baltimore County.
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Studying Online at University of Maryland-Baltimore County
Online coursework is an option at University of Maryland-Baltimore County. Of 13,906 students, 580 (4%) studied exclusively online and 8,081 (58%) took at least some classes online.
Mechanical Engineering Rankings at University of Maryland-Baltimore County
Use these rankings to compare University of Maryland-Baltimore County’s Mechanical Engineering program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Maryland | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | Maryland | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #8 of 61 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #21 of 61 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #89 of 365 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #184 of 364 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Maryland | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | Maryland | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #8 of 61 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #21 of 61 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #89 of 365 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #184 of 364 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Maryland | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | Maryland | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #8 of 61 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #21 of 61 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #89 of 365 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #184 of 364 |
Earnings for Mechanical Engineering Graduates from University of Maryland-Baltimore County
Students who complete University of Maryland-Baltimore County’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 | $62,037 |
| 2 years | $60,240 |
| 3 years | $71,621 |
| 4 years | $82,502 |
| 5 years | $93,344 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Mechanical Engineering graduates from University of Maryland-Baltimore County report median earnings of $82,502, compared with $76,447 for all University of Maryland-Baltimore County graduates — about 8% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Mechanical Engineering graduates from University of Maryland-Baltimore County comes in at $21,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Mechanical Engineering graduates at University of Maryland-Baltimore County, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Mechanical Engineering graduates at University of Maryland-Baltimore County are 15% women (22) and 85% men (122).
Mechanical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Maryland-Baltimore County
Of the 123 bachelor’s mechanical engineering degrees awarded at University of Maryland-Baltimore County, 15% were women (18) and 85% were men (105).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mechanical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Maryland-Baltimore County.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 70 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 28 |
| Asian | 14 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 37% of Mechanical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Maryland-Baltimore County, higher than the national average of 34%.*
Mechanical Engineering Master’s Program at University of Maryland-Baltimore County
Of the 13 master’s mechanical engineering graduates at University of Maryland-Baltimore County, 15% were women (2) and 85% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mechanical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Maryland-Baltimore County.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
Minority students account for 38% of Mechanical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Maryland-Baltimore County, above the national average of 23%.*
Mechanical Engineering Doctoral Program at University of Maryland-Baltimore County
Of the 4 doctoral mechanical engineering graduates at University of Maryland-Baltimore County, 25% were women (1) and 75% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mechanical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Maryland-Baltimore County.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 25% of Mechanical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Maryland-Baltimore County, higher than the national average of 13%.*
*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 Maryland-Baltimore County
The Mechanical Engineering program at University of Maryland-Baltimore County offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Mechanical Engineering | 144 |
Top-Paying Careers for Mechanical Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Mechanical Engineering program at University of Maryland-Baltimore County go on to a range of careers. Here are the highest-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.