by our College Data Analytics TeamWe’ve pulled together the essential facts you should know about the program at WSU. Degrees are awarded at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. At its best it places at #4 out of 4 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, WSU as a strong choice for mechanical engineering, placing at #255 out of 365 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Mechanical Engineering Schools | 255 of 365 |
| Best Mechanical Engineering Schools in Kansas | 4 of 4 |
| Best Mechanical Engineering Schools in the Plains States Region | 20 of 25 |
The table below lists every degree level granted in mechanical engineering at WSU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 61 |
| Master’s | 11 |
| Doctoral | 2 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Wichita State University awarded 61 bachelor’s degrees in mechanical engineering.
WSU holds a strong position among schools offering mechanical engineering at the bachelor’s level. In particular it placed #4 out of 4 schools by College Factual.
Mechanical Engineering students who finish a bachelor’s at WSU report a median salary of $79,722 a year. This is above $52,641, the median for all majors at WSU.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at WSU, mechanical engineering students borrow a median amount of $21,658 in student loans. This is lower than $24,307, the typical median for all majors at WSU.
Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,843 | $17,714 |
| Fees | $2,155 | $2,155 |
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Among recent graduates, 82% of mechanical engineering bachelor’s degrees went to men and 18% went to women.
The majority of mechanical engineering bachelor’s degree graduates at WSU were White. Approximately 59% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Wichita State University with a bachelor’s in mechanical engineering.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 6 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7 |
| White | 36 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 8 |
| Other Races | 2 |
This program is also offered at the graduate level at WSU. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Mechanical Engineering | 11 |
| Doctoral Degrees in Mechanical Engineering | 2 |
