Mechanical Engineering at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Master's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Mechanical Engineering masters's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (8 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Illinois University Edwardsville | $90,116* | — | — | — |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | $105,575* | $103,659 | — | — |
| Northern Illinois University | $96,253* | $87,635 | — | — |
| Northwestern University | $83,978* | — | — | — |
| Illinois Institute of Technology | $83,195* | — | — | — |
| National Median | $92,510* | — | — | — |
Other Mechanical Engineering Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign | $16,004 | $105,575 | — |
| Northern Illinois University Dekalb | $12,700 | $96,253 | — |
| Northwestern University Evanston | $65,997 | $83,978 | — |
| Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago | $51,763 | $83,195 | — |
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 Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, approximately 32% 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 4 similar programs in IL. Actual outcomes may vary.