Mechanical Engineering at University of Detroit Mercy
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Detroit Mercy graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Detroit Mercy graduates earn $79k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all mechanical engineering bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Michigan
Mechanical Engineering bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (17 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Detroit Mercy | $78,552 | — | $26,460* | — |
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | $82,823 | $91,187 | $21,750* | 0.26 |
| Michigan State University | $80,259 | $87,105 | $24,000* | 0.30 |
| Kettering University | $79,307 | $91,536 | $28,000* | 0.35 |
| Oakland University | $78,213 | $89,376 | $25,000* | 0.32 |
| Lawrence Technological University | $77,321 | $89,324 | $27,000* | 0.35 |
| National Median | $70,744 | — | $24,755* | 0.35 |
Other Mechanical Engineering Programs in Michigan
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Michigan schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor | $17,228 | $82,823 | $21,750 |
| Michigan State University East Lansing | $15,988 | $80,259 | $24,000 |
| Kettering University Flint | $46,380 | $79,307 | $28,000 |
| Oakland University Rochester Hills | $14,694 | $78,213 | $25,000 |
| Lawrence Technological University Southfield | $41,872 | $77,321 | $27,000 |
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 University of Detroit Mercy, approximately 25% 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 16 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.