Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians at University of North Texas

Within Texas, UNT's mechanical engineering technology program outperforms the state median by over $13,000 annually—ranking in the 60th percentile among the seven schools offering this degree in-state. While the $59,941 first-year salary trails the national median slightly, it sits comfortably above what most Texas competitors deliver. Only the University of Houston produces notably higher early earnings. The 10% salary growth to $65,970 by year four suggests graduates build valuable expertise over time.

The debt picture requires attention, though. At $24,240, graduates carry less than the national median but still more than you'd hope given the earnings level. The debt sits at the 75th percentile nationally—meaning three-quarters of similar programs leave students with less borrowing. That said, the 0.40 debt-to-earnings ratio remains manageable, translating to roughly one year's worth of post-tax income to repay.

For Texas families, this program offers solid value: above-average earnings for the state with reasonable debt levels. The moderate sample size suggests steady but not massive enrollment, which may mean smaller class sizes and better faculty access. If your child wants to stay in Texas and pursue hands-on engineering work without the rigor of traditional mechanical engineering, this delivers a practical path to steady middle-class earnings.