Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians at Northern Michigan University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Northern Michigan University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Northern Michigan University graduates earn $55k, placing them in the 21th percentile of all mechanical engineering related technologies/technicians bachelors programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Michigan
Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (7 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Michigan University | $54,815 | $68,476 | — | — |
| Ferris State University | $66,747 | $77,264 | $27,000 | 0.40 |
| Central Michigan University | $64,284 | $75,648 | $30,000 | 0.47 |
| Michigan Technological University | $61,443 | $76,003 | $29,875 | 0.49 |
| Eastern Michigan University | $49,799 | $80,179 | $28,909 | 0.58 |
| National Median | $62,503 | — | $27,000 | 0.43 |
Other Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians Programs in Michigan
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Michigan schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferris State University Big Rapids | $13,630 | $66,747 | $27,000 |
| Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant | $14,190 | $64,284 | $30,000 |
| Michigan Technological University Houghton | $18,392 | $61,443 | $29,875 |
| Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti | $15,510 | $49,799 | $28,909 |
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 Northern Michigan 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.
Sample Size: Based on 20 graduates with reported earnings and 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.