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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 Washington Colleges with the highest percentage of Mechanical Engineering among the 2007-2008 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded/
Percentage
SelectivityTuition
Saint Martin's University
Lacey, WA
 13
(4.3%)
Less Selective$24,112 
Gonzaga University
Spokane, WA
 38
(3.8%)
Moderately Selective$28,322 
Washington State University
Pullman, WA
 127
(2.6%)
Less Selective$18,600 
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Seattle University
Seattle, WA
 22
(2.0%)
Moderately Selective$28,260 
University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Seattle, WA
 85
(1.2%)
Moderately Selective$23,219 
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Degrees awarded represents the number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2007-2008 graduating class.