### SUMMARY

 Choosing to study Mechanical Engineering Technology is not only a valuable choice, but naturally a critical first step for scholars seeking to begin a career as a mechanical engineering technologist, a manufacturing technician, or a numerical control operator. In fact, mechanical engineering technology is a very rare degree ranking as the 149th most popular degree. Last year, there were 2,036 mechanical engineering technology degrees conferred. In-state tuition for mechanical engineering technology at private schools is, on average, 3.5 times more expensive than their public peers.

 With only 65 universities having programs for mechanical engineering technology you may have a smaller selection of institutions which will have a degree program for you. If you're looking to surround yourself with other mechanical engineering technology students, consider looking at universities in New York which have the most undergrads admitted to mechanical engineering technology annually. More generally, the top region to pursue mechanical engineering technology is in the Great Lakes region with [Ferris State University](/colleges/ferris-state-university), [University of Toledo](/colleges/university-of-toledo), and [Purdue University-Main Campus](/colleges/purdue-university-main-campus) best representing the region. Interestingly, our pick of the top conference to major in mechanical engineering technology is the Mid-American Conference with [Central Michigan University](/colleges/central-michigan-university), [University of Akron Main Campus](/colleges/university-of-akron-main-campus), and [University of Toledo](/colleges/university-of-toledo) representing the conference. Based on our list of the [best colleges](/rankings/best-colleges), our choice for the best university for mechanical engineering technology is [Purdue University-Main Campus](/colleges/purdue-university-main-campus).

 The best school might not actually be the 'best' school for every student. There are lots of perspectives to think about when selecting ​university. Features such as campus amenities, transportation services, and food could definitely modify one's thoughts on which university to attend. Here at Authority, we evaluated the pros and cons for you. If, for example, you are intrigued by which mechanical engineering technology school boasts the best campus, the answer is [Purdue University-Main Campus](/colleges/purdue-university-main-campus). If you are primarily interested in which college has the finest campus, we have a whole page [dedicated to that](/rankings/best-college-campuses). We have carefully pored through government databases, student reviews, professor reviews, and more so we can compare every major in an unbiased and informative way. Here you can find our comprehensive list for the universities with the [best student life](/rankings/best-student-life)&nbspand from that list, our pick for the college with the best student life for mechanical engineering technology is [University of Dayton](/colleges/university-of-dayton). Curious why? Keep scrolling to discover more about our top selections. Some of our conclusions just might shock you.

 If price is a significant deciding factor in your decisions, you might be cautious about [Rochester Institute of Technology](/colleges/rochester-institute-of-technology). [Rochester Institute of Technology](/colleges/rochester-institute-of-technology)&nbspappears to be our most expensive college for mechanical engineering technology, at least regarding out of state students. That being said, we have a page for the [most expensive](/rankings/most-expensive-colleges)&nbspuniversities that could put the expense of [Rochester Institute of Technology](/colleges/rochester-institute-of-technology)&nbspinto perspective. You may also want to know that mechanical engineering technology is the 364th most expensive major in the United States, with an average cost of $18,600. To zoom out a little, the most costly state for mechanical engineering technology on our list is New Jersey with costs at the primary university, Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus, of $41,154. Even more broadly, the most expensive region of the country for mechanical engineering technology is the New England region which is best demonstrated with [University of Maine](/colleges/university-of-maine) with a cost of $29,310, [University of New Hampshire at Manchester](/colleges/university-of-new-hampshire-at-manchester) with a cost of $31,660, and [Northeastern University Lifelong Learning Network](/colleges/northeastern-university-lifelong-learning-network) with a cost of $29,298.

 Our cheapest region for mechanical engineering technology is the Southeast region which is represented by [Bluefield State College](/colleges/bluefield-state-college) with a cost of $14,352, [Fairmont State University](/colleges/fairmont-state-university) with a cost of $14,752, and [Kennesaw State University](/colleges/kennesaw-state-university) with a cost of $15,704. In better news, the most affordable school for mechanical engineering technology is [Ferris State University](/colleges/ferris-state-university). Authority.org's entire list of the most affordable colleges can be found [here](/rankings/most-affordable-colleges).

 In-state learners can anticipate paying around $9,800 for a degree in mechanical engineering technology. That price grows dramatically to an average of $20,900 for the out-of-state public-school undergrad. Our selection for the school representing the best value for mechanical engineering technology: [University of Dayton](/colleges/university-of-dayton). Here you will find our comprehensive list for the schools we believe to be the [best value](/rankings/best-value-colleges)&nbspoverall. With that said, this discussion is predicated on out-of-state tuition costs. A discussion of value changes when it comes to in-state tuition, but we do not know where you live (and are not trying to collect that kind of data).

 Earnings for mechanical engineering technology majors can differ, but two-years after graduation students will regularly earn around $68,900. There can be much variation in earnings potential; top positions can rake in up to $104,200. Even straight out of college, the minimum earning jobs within the mechanical engineering technology field earn $46,200, which isn't that bad. The top earning graduates for mechanical engineering technology have come from [Michigan Technological University](/colleges/michigan-technological-university)&nbspand if you want to find the colleges with all of the [highest earning graduates](/rankings/highest-earning-graduates), we have that too.

 The prevailing diversity of mechanical engineering technology falls pretty bad, being within only the 18th percentile of all programs. The university with the most composite diversity for mechanical engineering technology is [Northeastern University Lifelong Learning Network](/colleges/northeastern-university-lifelong-learning-network)&nbspand here you can find our comprehensive list of the colleges which have the [most diversity](/rankings/most-diverse-colleges). The financial diversity of Mechanical Engineering Technology only is within the 93rd percentile compared to all other majors. Racial diversity is even less in the 30th percentile. White undergraduates compose the largest share at 70% of students studying mechanical engineering technology. Additionally, 92% of students pursuing a mechanical engineering technology major are men.

 The median score of mechanical engineering technology professors is 3.7 stars, a score which is 7% lower than the median across every major; this is a subpar score. If you are looking for the most popular mechanical engineering technology instructor nationally, take a look at Muhammad Salman from [Kennesaw State University](/colleges/kennesaw-state-university). It might be shocking, but the top rated instructors of mechanical engineering technology from student rankings are found at [Kennesaw State University](/colleges/kennesaw-state-university). As we incorporate data beyond just rankings we find that the school with comprehensively the best instructors for mechanical engineering technology is [Purdue University-Main Campus](/colleges/purdue-university-main-campus). You will find an explanation of our evolving ranking methodology for the [best overall professors here](/rankings/best-professors), as well as some of the finest examples of instructors in the country.

 Finally, the most difficult college to get into for mechanical engineering technology is [Purdue University Northwest](/colleges/purdue-university-northwest). While we do not necessarily see the value in it, we have a general page for the [hardest colleges to get into](/rankings/hardest-colleges-to-get-into). That being said, we do hope you understand that approaching university through a lens mainly built on superlatives can cause problems. We at Authority encourage you to read our more nuanced pages on individual schools and read a few of Authority's insightful background 'blog posts' on important details to consider as your university search develops.



 ### POPULARITY

 Mechanical engineering technology is the 149th most popular degree in America, with 2,036 students receiving their bachelors degree last year. It just beat out #150 [Plant Sciences](/rankings/best-colleges-for-plant-sciences), and narrowly lost to #148 [Women's Studies](/rankings/best-colleges-for-women-s-studies).

 The degree is offered at a total of 65 colleges across the nation, and is the 230th most widely offered degree. It is not offered at any of the Top 100 [Best Colleges](/rankings/best-colleges) in America.

 It is also worth noting that 93% of colleges offering mechanical engineering technology are public making it a very accessible field.

 The great lakes produces the most mechanical engineering technology graduates, largely led by [Ferris State University](/colleges/ferris-state-university), while it’s the Mid-American Conference that leads conference totals. As far as states, New York ranks highest, with particular help from [CUNY New York City College of Technology](/colleges/cuny-new-york-city-college-of-technology) and [Rochester Institute of Technology](/colleges/rochester-institute-of-technology).

 All that being said, no individual school produces more mechanical engineering technology graduates than [Barstow Community College](/colleges/barstow-community-college), which graduated 189 students last year alone. Although size is critical, another important factor to consider is the program’s density (the percent of all students that study mechanical engineering technology). More students studied mechanical engineering technology as a percentage of total students at [Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology](/colleges/benjamin-franklin-institute-of-technology) than any other college.



 ### COST

 Mechanical engineering technology is the 364th most expensive major in the United States, with a median cost of $18,617 among the top 50 programs (just ahead of #365, [Health Care Facilities Administration](rankings/best-colleges-for-health-care-facilities-administration), with a median cost of $18,586).

 New England has the most expensive schools with top of the line mechanical engineering technology programs predominantly led by [University of Maine](/colleges/university-of-maine) with an annual cost of $29,310. New Jersey is the most expensive state for mechanical engineering technology led by [Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus](/colleges/fairleigh-dickinson-university-metropolitan-campus).

 Public schools with solid programs by and large charge 71.19% less than private schools for in-state students. However, when looking at out-of-state tuition, the median top 50 Public school charges 38.4% less than your average private school. So, if you're looking into studying at a state school, make sure you're eligible for in-state tuition as soon as possible.

 The most expensive top 25 college for mechanical engineering technology is [Rochester Institute of Technology](/colleges/rochester-institute-of-technology), which is the 191st most expensive college in the US. The most affordable option in the top 100 is [Youngstown State University](/colleges/youngstown-state-university). It costs just $9,571 per year, and it's ranked 46th for its mechanical engineering technology program. If you’re looking for the least expensive option in the top 25, [Ferris State University](/colleges/ferris-state-university)  could be for you, ranked #23 with an in-state cost of just $12,068. Another more affordable choice would be #20, [SUNY College of Technology at Alfred](/colleges/suny-college-of-technology-at-alfred) in Allegany County, NY with a cost of $7,070 for in-state students and $13,695 for out-of-state students.



### SALARY

 College is a serious investment for most students. It's critical to make sure you justify your spend. We intend for the following job placement and income statistics to support you in deciding your focus at college.

 In year one out of school, Mechanical Engineering Technology graduates make $57,969 per year on average (top 13%). Further into their occupations, they usually bring home something between $46,188 and $104,166, but average around $68,922. Just so you know, that is 78% greater than the US' average.

 The most popular job placement for a Mechanical Engineering Technology graduate is Engineer, which generally earn more or less $59,000; next are Senior Engineer and Analyst, which normally make about $75,000 and $54,000 respectively.

 The Far West has the best paid Mechanical Engineering Technology graduates. CA has the most well paid Mechanical Engineering Technology alumni of any state. The most well paid conference for Mechanical Engineering Technology graduates is Mid-American Conference.



### PROFESSORS

 Fast Facts for Mechanical Engineering Technology: Median Professor Rating: 3.7 / 5, which is below average.

 Instructors oftentimes have a big impact your college experience, no matter what you study. An amazing professor may provide inspiration and set a student up for future success. On the flip side, an unpleasant professor can cause a lot of aggravation or even worse... flunk you!

 Professors of Mechanical Engineering Technology have a median student rating of 3.7 out of 5, putting these professors in the lower 11 percent in America grounded in overall professor effectivness. For context that's 7.5% under the national median professor rating for all subjects. Professors of Mechanical Engineering Technology barely out-ranked those from ["Landscape Architecture"](/rankings/best-colleges-for-landscape-architecture), whereas ["Technical Teacher Education"](/rankings/best-colleges-for-technical-teacher-education)&nbspprofessors ranked one slot above Mechanical Engineering Technology.

 Now for some statistics about Mechanical Engineering Technology professors. Colleges located in large suburbs tend to have the best Mechanical Engineering Technology professors. The Atlantic Sun Conference has the highest rated Mechanical Engineering Technology professors. The Southeast region has the highest rated Mechanical Engineering Technology professors. Public institutions tend to have higher rated Mechanical Engineering Technology professors than private schools. Finally, Georgia has the highest rated Mechanical Engineering Technology professors in America.

 Muhammad Salman, instructor at [Kennesaw State University](/colleges/kennesaw-state-university)&nbspin Kennesaw, GA is the most popular Mechanical Engineering Technology professor in the US. Santana Roberts, instructor at [Kennesaw State University](/colleges/kennesaw-state-university)&nbspin Kennesaw, GA is the highest rated Mechanical Engineering Technology professor in the US, with a rating of 4.7 / 5.

 Learn which universities have the [Best Professors](/rankings/best-professors)!



### STUDENTS

 College can be an exceedingly constructive time in one's life; it's a time for personal growth and development. Scholars start to learn who they are as people and learn many of the indispensable skills to be a prosperous adult. But learning isn't exclusively found in the classroom - the late nights discussing Margaret Thatcher with a schoolmate, the wild anecdote gained from a tenured instructor, the exposure to a different vantage point. Therefore, attending a diverse college tremendously enhances what one gains from the time spent in college.

 Mechanical Engineering Technology is a less ethnically diverse major than average\*. 70% of America's Mechanical Engineering Technology majors are white students, followed by students of other races\*\*(12%), latino students (9%), and black students (5%). The most ethnically diverse college\* in the top 100 is [Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus](/colleges/fairleigh-dickinson-university-metropolitan-campus)&nbspin Teaneck, NJ.

 Second, Mechanical Engineering Technology is the the most male dominated major, with 92% of students identify as men. The most gender balanced school in the top 100 is [University of Wisconsin-Green Bay](/colleges/university-of-wisconsin-green-bay) in Green Bay, WI.

 Another significant type of diversity is income diversity. Mechanical Engineering Technology is the 28th most socioeconomically diverse focus in the United States. 29% of its majors come from families that bring in below $30,000 a year, 18% are from families with $48,000 to $75,000 annual incomes, and 21% grew up in very high income families. [Oregon Institute of Technology](/colleges/oregon-institute-of-technology) is the most financially diverse school in the top 100.

 Considering each type of diversity, overall NJ is the most diverse state for Mechanical Engineering Technology. The Southwest is the most diverse region, and the American Athletic Conference is the most diverse conference.

   \* diversity calculations and comparisons are based on [Simpson's Diversity Index](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diversity_index)   
  \*\* other races is used to refer to non asian, black, latino, or white

  #### Diversity Statistics

  ##### Racial Diversity

 * Asian: 4%
* Black: 5%
* Latino: 9%
* White: 70%
* Other: 12%
  ##### Gender Diversity

 * Male: 92%
* Female: 8%
  ##### Socioeconomic Diversity (By Household Income)

 * Under 30k: 29%
* 30k - 48k: 16%
* 48k - 75k: 18%
* 75k - 110k: 17%
* Over 110k: 21%
  ##### Geographic Diversity

 * In State: 82%
* Out of State: 15%
* International: 3%


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