by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about graduate study in mechanical engineering at Northern Illinois University. It is offered at the Master’s level, with undergraduate study also available. It ranks as high as #5 out of 6 schools (Master’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, Northern Illinois University highly for mechanical engineering, placing at #221 out of 366 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Mechanical Engineering Schools | 221 of 366 |
| Best Mechanical Engineering Schools in Illinois | 7 of 10 |
| Best Mechanical Engineering Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 35 of 59 |
The table below lists every degree level available for mechanical engineering at Northern Illinois University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 119 |
| Master’s | 18 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Northern Illinois University conferred 18 master’s degrees in mechanical engineering.
Northern Illinois University ranks competitively among schools offering mechanical engineering at the master’s level. Specifically, it ranked #5 out of 6 schools by College Factual.
Average full-time graduate tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $23,266 | $23,266 |
| Fees | $400 | $400 |
Learn more about Northern Illinois University tuition and fees.
Among recent graduates, 89% of mechanical engineering master’s degrees went to men and 11% went to women.
The majority of mechanical engineering master’s degree graduates at Northern Illinois University are White. Roughly 56% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Northern Illinois University with a master’s in mechanical engineering.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 10 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 0 |
This field is also offered at the undergraduate level at Northern Illinois University. The following undergraduate award levels are reported.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Mechanical Engineering | 119 |