Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians at Stark State College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Stark State College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Stark State College graduates earn $35k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all mechanical engineering related technologies/technicians associates programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Ohio
Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians associates's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (28 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stark State College | $35,362 | $37,622 | — | — |
| Owens Community College | $61,021 | $68,217 | $12,000 | 0.20 |
| University of Akron Main Campus | $52,177 | $64,950 | $22,582 | 0.43 |
| Sinclair Community College | $48,312 | $46,059 | — | — |
| Cincinnati State Technical and Community College | $45,873 | $66,047 | $15,017 | 0.33 |
| National Median | $48,312 | — | $15,387 | 0.32 |
Other Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians Programs in Ohio
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Ohio schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Owens Community College Perrysburg | $5,750 | $61,021 | $12,000 |
| University of Akron Main Campus Akron | $12,799 | $52,177 | $22,582 |
| Sinclair Community College Dayton | $3,435 | $48,312 | — |
| Cincinnati State Technical and Community College Cincinnati | $5,400 | $45,873 | $15,017 |
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 Stark State College, approximately 27% 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 17 graduates with reported earnings and 10 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.