Mechanical Engineering at Baker College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Baker College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Baker College graduates earn $68k, placing them in the 33th percentile of all mechanical engineering bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Michigan
Mechanical Engineering bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (17 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baker College | $68,060 | — | $26,460* | — |
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | $82,823 | $91,187 | $21,750* | 0.26 |
| Michigan State University | $80,259 | $87,105 | $24,000* | 0.30 |
| Kettering University | $79,307 | $91,536 | $28,000* | 0.35 |
| University of Detroit Mercy | $78,552 | — | —* | — |
| Oakland University | $78,213 | $89,376 | $25,000* | 0.32 |
| National Median | $70,744 | — | $24,755* | 0.35 |
Other Mechanical Engineering Programs in Michigan
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Michigan schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor | $17,228 | $82,823 | $21,750 |
| Michigan State University East Lansing | $15,988 | $80,259 | $24,000 |
| Kettering University Flint | $46,380 | $79,307 | $28,000 |
| University of Detroit Mercy Detroit | $32,300 | $78,552 | — |
| Oakland University Rochester Hills | $14,694 | $78,213 | $25,000 |
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 Baker College, approximately 38% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 19 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.