Mechanical Engineering at University of Rhode Island

Master's Degree

Location: Kingston, RI•In-State Tuition: $16,408•Out-of-State Tuition: $35,804•Admission Rate: 77%•Avg SAT: 1176
Median Earnings (1yr)
$83,961
19th percentile
Sample Size
16
Limited data

Earnings Distribution

How University of Rhode Island graduates compare to all programs nationally

University of Rhode Island graduates earn $84k, placing them in the 19th percentile of all mechanical engineering masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Rhode Island

Mechanical Engineering masters's programs at peer institutions in Rhode Island

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
University of Rhode Island$83,961———
National Median$92,510———

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 Rhode Island, approximately 21% 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.