Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania
Engineering bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (21 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carnegie Mellon University | — | — | — | — |
| Lafayette College | $76,507 | $92,618 | — | — |
| Wilkes University | $74,654 | $70,860 | $26,000 | 0.35 |
| Elizabethtown College | $73,003 | $82,989 | $27,000 | 0.37 |
| Messiah University | $64,871 | $67,268 | $25,798 | 0.40 |
| Saint Vincent College | $64,499 | — | $27,000 | 0.42 |
| National Median | $67,911 | — | $26,056 | 0.38 |
Other Engineering Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette College Easton | $62,574 | $76,507 | — |
| Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre | $42,286 | $74,654 | $26,000 |
| Elizabethtown College Elizabethtown | $36,842 | $73,003 | $27,000 |
| Messiah University Mechanicsburg | $40,640 | $64,871 | $25,798 |
| Saint Vincent College Latrobe | $41,100 | $64,499 | $27,000 |
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 Carnegie Mellon University, approximately 15% 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.