Mechanical Engineering at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Master's Degree

Location: Minneapolis, MN•In-State Tuition: $16,488•Out-of-State Tuition: $36,402•Admission Rate: 77%•Avg SAT: 1359
Median Earnings (1yr)
$90,193
42nd percentile
Sample Size
27
Limited data

Earnings Distribution

How University of Minnesota-Twin Cities graduates compare to all programs nationally

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities graduates earn $90k, placing them in the 42th percentile of all mechanical engineering masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Minnesota

Mechanical Engineering masters's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (4 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities$90,193———
University of St Thomas$101,540$97,424——
National Median$92,510———

Other Mechanical Engineering Programs in Minnesota

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
University of St Thomas
Saint Paul
$52,284$101,540—

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 Minnesota-Twin Cities, approximately 17% 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.