Mechanical Engineering at Princeton University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Princeton University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Princeton University graduates earn $85k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all mechanical engineering bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in New Jersey
Mechanical Engineering bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New Jersey (6 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Princeton University | $85,328 | — | — | — |
| Stevens Institute of Technology | $77,925 | $88,283 | $26,520 | 0.34 |
| Rutgers University-New Brunswick | $71,569 | $84,202 | $23,250 | 0.32 |
| New Jersey Institute of Technology | $68,675 | $77,327 | $23,334 | 0.34 |
| Rowan University | $66,909 | $80,397 | $22,500 | 0.34 |
| The College of New Jersey | $65,761 | $75,660 | $22,875 | 0.35 |
| National Median | $70,744 | — | $24,755 | 0.35 |
Other Mechanical Engineering Programs in New Jersey
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New Jersey schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stevens Institute of Technology Hoboken | $60,952 | $77,925 | $26,520 |
| Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick | $17,239 | $71,569 | $23,250 |
| New Jersey Institute of Technology Newark | $19,022 | $68,675 | $23,334 |
| Rowan University Glassboro | $15,700 | $66,909 | $22,500 |
| The College of New Jersey Ewing | $18,685 | $65,761 | $22,875 |
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 Princeton University, approximately 19% 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.