Compare to Similar Programs in Texas

Mechanical Engineering bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (28 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Angelo State University
Rice University$82,899$89,547$15,3750.19
The University of Texas at Austin$82,227$92,067$18,7500.23
Southern Methodist University$79,280$92,000$17,7080.22
West Texas A & M University$78,028$80,251$21,1250.27
Texas A&M University-College Station$77,785$86,346$19,5000.25
National Median$70,744$24,7550.35

Other Mechanical Engineering Programs in Texas

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Rice University
Houston
$58,128$82,899$15,375
The University of Texas at Austin
Austin
$11,678$82,227$18,750
Southern Methodist University
Dallas
$64,460$79,280$17,708
West Texas A & M University
Canyon
$9,101$78,028$21,125
Texas A&M University-College Station
College Station
$13,099$77,785$19,500

About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Angelo State University, approximately 27% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.