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Overview for Mechanical Engineering

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of physical systems used in manufacturing and end-product systems used for specific uses, including machine tools, jigs and other manufacturing equipment; stationary power units and appliances; engines; self-propelled vehicles; housings and containers; hydraulic and electric systems for controlling movement; and the integration of computers and remote control with operating systems.

Careers for Mechanical Engineering Majors

A major in Mechanical Engineering is highly relevant for the following careers. National averages for wages in each career is provided.

Colleges Offering a Major in Mechanical Engineering

Top 5 Minnesota Colleges with the highest percentage of Mechanical Engineering among the 2007-2008 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded/
Percentage
SelectivityTuition
University of St Thomas
Saint Paul, MN
 39
(3.2%)
Less Selective$26,304 
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN
 180
(2.7%)
Moderately Selective$14,756 
University of Minnesota-Duluth
Duluth, MN
 47
(2.7%)
Moderately Selective$12,260 
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Minnesota State University-Mankato
Mankato, MN
 24
(1.1%)
Less Selective$12,508 
Saint Cloud State University
Saint Cloud, MN
 21
(0.9%)
Less Selective$12,474 
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Degrees awarded represents the number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2007-2008 graduating class.