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Best Mechanical Engineering Schools in Michigan
Top Mechanical Engineering programs in Michigan ranked by national standing and graduate earnings -- updated 2026.
Programs listed: 16
Avg major earnings: $86,098
Top Mechanical Engineering Programs in Michigan
Nationally ranked schools appear first. Earnings reflect graduates of this specific major.
| # | School | 4yr Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Michigan #32 national | $91,187 |
| 2 | Michigan State #165 national | $87,105 |
| 3 | Kettering University #187 national | $91,536 |
| 4 | Michigan Technological University #188 national | $82,648 |
| 5 | University of Detroit Mercy #226 national | N/A |
| 6 | University of Michigan-Dearborn #328 national | $90,069 |
| 7 | Oakland University #461 national | $89,376 |
| 8 | Lawrence Technological University #511 national | $89,324 |
| 9 | Grand Valley State University #545 national | $74,658 |
| 10 | Wayne State University #596 national | $94,043 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Excludes for-profit institutions.
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