Mechanical Engineering at Southern University Law Center
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Southern University Law Center graduates compare to all programs nationally
Southern University Law Center graduates earn $75k, placing them in the 77th percentile of all mechanical engineering bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Louisiana
Mechanical Engineering bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Louisiana (8 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern University Law Center | $75,001 | — | $22,175* | — |
| Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College | $75,311 | $92,171 | $18,500* | 0.25 |
| Southern University and A & M College | $75,001 | $89,645 | $29,500* | 0.39 |
| Louisiana Tech University | $70,372 | $75,611 | $26,400* | 0.38 |
| University of New Orleans | $68,968 | $78,444 | $19,000* | 0.28 |
| University of Louisiana at Lafayette | $63,812 | $80,330 | $22,175* | 0.35 |
| National Median | $70,744 | — | $24,755* | 0.35 |
Other Mechanical Engineering Programs in Louisiana
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Louisiana schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge | $11,954 | $75,311 | $18,500 |
| Southern University and A & M College Baton Rouge | $9,940 | $75,001 | $29,500 |
| Louisiana Tech University Ruston | $10,125 | $70,372 | $26,400 |
| University of New Orleans New Orleans | $9,172 | $68,968 | $19,000 |
| University of Louisiana at Lafayette Lafayette | $10,418 | $63,812 | $22,175 |
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). 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.