Mechanical Engineering at The University of Tennessee-Martin
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Tennessee
Mechanical Engineering bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Tennessee (11 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Tennessee-Martin | $67,121* | — | — | — |
| Vanderbilt University | $78,009* | $84,813 | $14,000 | 0.18 |
| Christian Brothers University | $71,112* | — | $27,000 | 0.38 |
| University of Memphis | $69,386* | $80,981 | $27,500 | 0.40 |
| Lipscomb University | $67,725* | — | $27,000 | 0.40 |
| The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga | $66,517* | $81,689 | $24,904 | 0.37 |
| National Median | $70,744* | — | $24,755 | 0.35 |
Other Mechanical Engineering Programs in Tennessee
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Tennessee schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt University Nashville | $63,946 | $78,009 | $14,000 |
| Christian Brothers University Memphis | $37,300 | $71,112 | $27,000 |
| University of Memphis Memphis | $10,344 | $69,386 | $27,500 |
| Lipscomb University Nashville | $38,824 | $67,725 | $27,000 |
| The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga | $10,144 | $66,517 | $24,904 |
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 The University of Tennessee-Martin, approximately 34% 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 8 similar programs in TN. Actual outcomes may vary.