Major Overview for Mechanical Engineering

Colleges Browse Virginia Majors Engineering Mechanical Engineering

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. Cost Estimators - $60,320 Engineering Managers - $120,580 Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary - $90,070 Mechanical Engineers - $78,200

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

Add	Info	College Name	Degrees Awarded/ Percentage	Selectivity	Tuition
		Virginia Military Institute Lexington, VA	41 (14.6%)
		Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg, VA	236 (4.7%)
		Old Dominion University Norfolk, VA	62 (2.2%)
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		Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, VA	72 (2.0%)		-
		University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville, VA	51 (1.4%)
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Degrees awarded represents the number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2007-2008 graduating class.