Mechanical Engineering at University of North Carolina at Charlotte
If you plan to study Mechanical Engineering, take a look at what University of North Carolina at Charlotte. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of North Carolina at Charlotte is located in Charlotte, NC.
During the most recent reporting year, 244 mechanical engineering degrees were granted at University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
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Online Class Availability at University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Distance learning is available at University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Of 31,091 students, 2,925 (9%) studied exclusively online and 13,639 (44%) took at least some classes online.
Mechanical Engineering Rankings at University of North Carolina at Charlotte
These rankings give you a sense of how University of North Carolina at Charlotte’s Mechanical Engineering program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | North Carolina | #2 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #3 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #28 of 70 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #35 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #128 of 364 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #187 of 365 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | North Carolina | #2 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #3 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #28 of 70 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #35 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #128 of 364 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #187 of 365 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | North Carolina | #2 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #3 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #28 of 70 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #35 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #128 of 364 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #187 of 365 |
Earnings for Mechanical Engineering Graduates from University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Students who complete University of North Carolina at Charlotte’s Mechanical Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $63,768 |
| 2 years | $62,666 |
| 3 years | $69,749 |
| 4 years | $76,149 |
| 5 years | $85,296 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Mechanical Engineering graduates from University of North Carolina at Charlotte earn a median of $76,149, compared with $63,622 for all University of North Carolina at Charlotte graduates — about 20% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Mechanical Engineering graduates from University of North Carolina at Charlotte stands at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Mechanical Engineering graduates at University of North Carolina at Charlotte, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Mechanical Engineering graduates at University of North Carolina at Charlotte are 15% women (37) and 85% men (207).
Mechanical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Among the 197 bachelor’s mechanical engineering graduates at University of North Carolina at Charlotte, 12% were women (23) and 88% were men (174).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mechanical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 134 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 23 |
| Black / African American | 12 |
| Asian | 11 |
| Two or More Races | 7 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 27% of Mechanical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of North Carolina at Charlotte, below the national average of 34%.*
Mechanical Engineering Master’s Program at University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Of the 25 master’s mechanical engineering degrees awarded at University of North Carolina at Charlotte, 24% were women (6) and 76% were men (19).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mechanical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 7 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 16% of Mechanical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of North Carolina at Charlotte, below the national average of 23%.*
Mechanical Engineering Doctoral Program at University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Of the 20 doctoral mechanical engineering degrees awarded at University of North Carolina at Charlotte, 30% were women (6) and 70% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mechanical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 14 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 5% of Mechanical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of North Carolina at Charlotte, lower 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 North Carolina at Charlotte
The Mechanical Engineering program at University of North Carolina at Charlotte offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Mechanical Engineering | 244 |
Top-Paying Careers for Mechanical Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Mechanical Engineering program at University of North Carolina at Charlotte go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid 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
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