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Mechanical Engineering Schools in Iowa

In 2020-2021, 612 students earned their ME degrees in IA.

In terms of popularity, Mechanical Engineering is the 14th most popular major in the state out of a total 268 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Mechanical Engineering Majors in Iowa

ME majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 595
Master’s Degree 8
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 8
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 8
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 8
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 1
Post-Master’s Certificate 1

Gender Distribution

In Iowa, a ME major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of ME majors in Iowa is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.6%
  • Black or African American: 1.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 5.2%
  • White: 75.5%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 8.3%
  • Other Races: 5.9%
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Jobs for Mechanical Engineering Grads in Iowa

There are 7,820 people in the state and 804,820 people in the nation working in ME jobs.

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Wages for Mechanical Engineering Jobs in Iowa

A typical salary for a ME grad in the state is $110,770, compared to a typical salary of $113,680 nationwide.

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There are 5 colleges in Iowa that offer ME degrees. Learn about the most popular 5 below:

451 Degrees in Major Awarded
75% Graduation Rate
31,822 Total Students

In their early career, Iowa State grads earn an average salary of $48,810. The student loan default rate is 2.40% which is lower than average. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $16,002.

#2

University of Iowa

Iowa City
121 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
30,318 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.28 years. Of all the students who attend this school, 87% get financial aid.

#3

Dordt University

Sioux Center
23 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
1,662 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.06 years. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $41,889 a year. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.30%.

15 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
3,003 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 3.30% which is lower than average. In their early career, St. Ambrose University grads earn an average salary of $46,441. 12 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
34% Graduation Rate
1,350 Total Students

100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $21,208.

Mechanical Engineering Careers in IA

Some of the careers ME majors go into include:

Job Title IA Job Growth IA Median Salary
Mechanical Engineers 15% $76,610
Engineering Professors 14% $102,490
Cost Estimators 12% $60,460
Architectural and Engineering Managers 9% $114,740

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to ME.

Major Annual Graduates in IA
Computer Engineering 449
Civil Engineering 264
Industrial Engineering 240
Chemical Engineering 189
Aeronautical Engineering 181
Biomedical Engineering 175
Electrical Engineering 169
Agricultural Engineering 81

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View Nationwide Mechanical Engineering Report

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