Mechanical Engineering at Purdue University Fort Wayne
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Purdue University Fort Wayne graduates compare to all programs nationally
Purdue University Fort Wayne graduates earn $65k, placing them in the 17th percentile of all mechanical engineering bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Indiana
Mechanical Engineering bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Indiana (15 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purdue University Fort Wayne | $64,534 | — | $25,250* | — |
| University of Notre Dame | $84,999 | $89,369 | $19,000* | 0.22 |
| Purdue University-Main Campus | $80,374 | $85,429 | $19,937* | 0.25 |
| Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology | $78,732 | $86,634 | $25,612* | 0.33 |
| Indiana University-Indianapolis | $69,746 | $82,354 | $26,450* | 0.38 |
| Purdue University Northwest | $68,632 | $77,927 | $25,250* | 0.37 |
| National Median | $70,744 | — | $24,755* | 0.35 |
Other Mechanical Engineering Programs in Indiana
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Indiana schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Notre Dame Notre Dame | $62,693 | $84,999 | $19,000 |
| Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette | $9,992 | $80,374 | $19,937 |
| Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Terre Haute | $56,674 | $78,732 | $25,612 |
| Indiana University-Indianapolis Indianapolis | $10,449 | $69,746 | $26,450 |
| Purdue University Northwest Hammond | $8,419 | $68,632 | $25,250 |
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 Purdue University Fort Wayne, approximately 23% 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 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.