Mechanical Engineering at Northern New Mexico College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in New Mexico
Mechanical Engineering bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New Mexico (4 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern New Mexico College | $61,611* | — | $18,759* | — |
| New Mexico State University-Main Campus | $62,813* | $91,131 | $18,759* | 0.30 |
| University of New Mexico-Main Campus | $61,611* | $87,875 | $17,014* | 0.28 |
| New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology | $57,424* | $90,393 | $19,500* | 0.34 |
| National Median | $70,744* | — | $24,755* | 0.35 |
Other Mechanical Engineering Programs in New Mexico
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New Mexico schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Mexico State University-Main Campus Las Cruces | $8,147 | $62,813 | $18,759 |
| University of New Mexico-Main Campus Albuquerque | $8,115 | $61,611 | $17,014 |
| New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology Socorro | $9,058 | $57,424 | $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 Northern New Mexico College, approximately 36% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 3 similar programs in NM. Actual outcomes may vary.