Mechanical Engineering at United States Air Force Academy
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Colorado
Mechanical Engineering bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Colorado (7 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States Air Force Academy | $68,265* | — | $25,000* | — |
| Colorado School of Mines | $74,145* | $83,162 | $25,000* | 0.34 |
| University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus | $70,763* | $87,148 | $30,907* | 0.44 |
| University of Colorado Colorado Springs | $70,440* | $70,270 | $23,250* | 0.33 |
| University of Colorado Boulder | $66,089* | $82,040 | $20,500* | 0.31 |
| University of Denver | $65,014* | $78,459 | $26,248* | 0.40 |
| National Median | $70,744* | — | $24,755* | 0.35 |
Other Mechanical Engineering Programs in Colorado
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Colorado schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado School of Mines Golden | $21,186 | $74,145 | $25,000 |
| University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Denver | $10,017 | $70,763 | $30,907 |
| University of Colorado Colorado Springs Colorado Springs | $9,712 | $70,440 | $23,250 |
| University of Colorado Boulder Boulder | $16,430 | $66,089 | $20,500 |
| University of Denver Denver | $59,340 | $65,014 | $26,248 |
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.
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 6 similar programs in CO. Actual outcomes may vary.