Mechanical Engineering programs in Illinois
Compare 8 reporting programs using the same federal field and credential definition. Earnings are observed four years after completion.
| # | College | City | Median year-4 earnings | Median federal debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Northwestern University | Evanston | $98,277 | $15,334 |
| 2 | Bradley University | Peoria | $95,896 | $27,000 |
| 3 | University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | Champaign | $95,329 | $20,500 |
| 4 | Illinois Institute of Technology | Chicago | $87,789 | $27,000 |
| 5 | University of Illinois Chicago | Chicago | $87,384 | $21,500 |
| 6 | Northern Illinois University | Dekalb | $86,999 | $25,000 |
| 7 | Southern Illinois University-Carbondale | Carbondale | $86,238 | $24,250 |
| 8 | Southern Illinois University Edwardsville | Edwardsville | $81,428 | $23,110 |
This is an observed-outcomes comparison, not a universal quality ranking. Missing and privacy-suppressed programs are excluded.