Here is an overview of the program, including how many students graduate each year, the diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. See how MSU compares to other colleges that offer general engineering.
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MSU is a solid choice among schools offering general engineering. In particular, it placed #10 out of 70 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #1 in Michigan.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Michigan State University conferred 88 bachelor’s degrees in general engineering.
General Engineering students who finish a bachelor’s at MSU report a median salary of $81,700 a year. This is above $69,754, the median for all majors at MSU.
To complete a bachelor’s at MSU, general engineering graduates take on a median debt of $22,500 in student loans. This is below $25,213, the typical median for all majors at MSU.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $14,750 | $44,510 |
| Fees | $340 | $340 |
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Among recent graduates, 65% of general engineering bachelor’s degrees went to men and 35% went to women.
The largest share of general engineering bachelor’s degree graduates at MSU were White. About 75% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Michigan State University with a bachelor’s in general engineering.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 7 |
| Black or African American | 8 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 66 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 3 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the general engineering majors at Michigan State University.
The general engineering program at MSU breaks down into the following more specific areas of study:
| Concentration | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Engineering, General | 88 |
MSU conferred 88 degrees in engineering, general in the latest year of data — 35% to women and 65% to men. Most of these graduates identified as White (75%).