Best Mechanical Engineering Schools in Connecticut

Connecticut has 9 colleges offering Mechanical Engineering programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 1,037 recent graduates. Graduates earn $68,107 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $64,630.

9
Schools in CT
$68,107
CT Avg. Earnings
$64,630
National Avg.
297
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Mechanical Engineering in Connecticut

Public Schools (6)
$69,114
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (3)
$66,093
avg. 2yr earnings

Public schools in Connecticut produce comparable or higher early earnings for Mechanical Engineering graduates, often at lower cost — making them strong value options.

Mechanical Engineering Schools in Connecticut, Ranked by Earnings

#1
C

Central Connecticut State University

New Britain, CT · Public

$69,617
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $68,873
Graduates: 68
Acceptance: 75.5%
#2
U

University of Connecticut

Storrs, CT · Public

$69,013
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $68,876
Graduates: 172
Acceptance: 53.9%
#3
U

University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus

Waterbury, CT · Public

$69,013
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $68,876
Graduates: 172
Acceptance: 87.0%
#4
U

University of Connecticut-Avery Point

Groton, CT · Public

$69,013
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $68,876
Graduates: 172
Acceptance: 86.5%
#5
U

University of Connecticut-Stamford

Stamford, CT · Public

$69,013
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $68,876
Graduates: 172
Acceptance: 80.2%
#6
U

University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus

Hartford, CT · Public

$69,013
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $68,876
Graduates: 172
Acceptance: 86.5%
#7
F

Fairfield University

Fairfield, CT · Private

$68,666
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $66,682
Graduates: 22
Acceptance: 45.0%
#8
U

University of Hartford

West Hartford, CT · Private

$65,615
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $69,655
Graduates: 39
Acceptance: 83.0%
#9
U

University of New Haven

West Haven, CT · Private

$63,997
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $66,737
Graduates: 48
Acceptance: 80.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Mechanical Engineering in Connecticut?
Central Connecticut State University ranks #1 for Mechanical Engineering in Connecticut with median graduate earnings of $69,617 within two years of graduation. There are 9 schools offering Mechanical Engineering programs in the state.
How much do Mechanical Engineering graduates earn in Connecticut?
Mechanical Engineering graduates in Connecticut earn an average of $68,107 within two years of graduation. This is 5% above the national average of $64,630 for this major.
What is the hardest Mechanical Engineering school to get into in Connecticut?
Fairfield University is the most selective Mechanical Engineering program in Connecticut with an acceptance rate of 45.0%. The average acceptance rate across Mechanical Engineering programs in the state is 75.4%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Mechanical Engineering in Connecticut?
In Connecticut, private Mechanical Engineering programs produce average earnings of $66,093 vs $69,114 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 6 public and 3 private options in the state.

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Data updated June 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.