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Best Mechanical Engineering Schools in Indiana

Indiana has 10 colleges offering Mechanical Engineering programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 942 recent graduates. Graduates earn $66,097 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $64,630.

School choice matters significantly: Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology graduates earn $72,600 while Indiana Institute of Technology-College of Professional Studies graduates earn $60,771 — a $11,829 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

10
Schools in IN
$66,097
IN Avg. Earnings
$64,630
National Avg.
297
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Mechanical Engineering in Indiana

Public Schools (3)
$67,058
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (6)
$66,503
avg. 2yr earnings

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

Mechanical Engineering Schools in Indiana, Ranked by Earnings

#1
R

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

Terre Haute, IN · Private

$72,600
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $72,316
Graduates: 202
Acceptance: 72.8%
#2
U

University of Notre Dame

Notre Dame, IN · Private

$71,320
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $72,690
Graduates: 92
Acceptance: 12.4%
#3
P

Purdue University-Main Campus

West Lafayette, IN · Public

$71,255
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $73,563
Graduates: 215
Acceptance: 50.3%
#4
T

Trine University

Angola, IN · Private

$68,219
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $63,573
Graduates: 63
Acceptance: 84.7%
#5
I

Indiana University-Indianapolis

Indianapolis, IN · Public

$67,660
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $65,146
Graduates: 193
Acceptance: 81.4%
#6
V

Valparaiso University

Valparaiso, IN · Private

$65,089
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $67,015
Graduates: 78
Acceptance: 92.2%
#7
P

Purdue University Northwest

Hammond, IN · Public

$62,260
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $64,537
Graduates: 64
Acceptance: 70.6%
#8
U

University of Evansville

Evansville, IN · Private

$61,020
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $67,037
Graduates: 35
Acceptance: 77.6%
#9
I

Indiana Institute of Technology

Fort Wayne, IN · Private

$60,771
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 56.9%
#10
I

Indiana Institute of Technology-College of Professional Studies

Fort Wayne, IN ·

$60,771
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Mechanical Engineering in Indiana?
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology ranks #1 for Mechanical Engineering in Indiana with median graduate earnings of $72,600 within two years of graduation. There are 10 schools offering Mechanical Engineering programs in the state.
How much do Mechanical Engineering graduates earn in Indiana?
Mechanical Engineering graduates in Indiana earn an average of $66,097 within two years of graduation. This is 2% above the national average of $64,630 for this major.
What is the hardest Mechanical Engineering school to get into in Indiana?
University of Notre Dame is the most selective Mechanical Engineering program in Indiana with an acceptance rate of 12.4%. The average acceptance rate across Mechanical Engineering programs in the state is 66.6%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Mechanical Engineering in Indiana?
In Indiana, private Mechanical Engineering programs produce average earnings of $66,503 vs $67,058 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 3 public and 6 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Indiana

Computer Engineering $75,866 Chemical Engineering $73,792 Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $72,515 Industrial Engineering $69,578 Computer Science $66,740 Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering $65,819 Biomedical/Medical Engineering $64,398 Architectural Engineering Technologies/Technicians $64,220
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Data updated June 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.