Compare to Similar Programs in Iowa

Mechanical Engineering bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Iowa (5 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
William Penn University
Saint Ambrose University$73,622$26,9960.37
Iowa State University$72,900$81,779$23,5000.32
University of Iowa$71,732$76,903$23,1090.32
National Median$70,744$24,7550.35

Other Mechanical Engineering Programs in Iowa

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Iowa schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Saint Ambrose University
Davenport
$35,598$73,622$26,996
Iowa State University
Ames
$10,497$72,900$23,500
University of Iowa
Iowa City
$10,964$71,732$23,109

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 William Penn University, approximately 46% 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.