by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how Lafayette ranks among other schools offering degrees in me.
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The bachelor's program at Lafayette was ranked #138 on College Factual's Best Schools for me list. It is also ranked #8 in Pennsylvania.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Lafayette College handed out 60 bachelor's degrees in mechanical engineering. This is an increase of 5% over the previous year when 57 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of me students who receive their bachelor's degree at Lafayette is $67,784. This is higher than $65,190, which is the national median for all me bachelor's degree recipients.
While getting their bachelor's degree at Lafayette, me students borrow a median amount of $19,500 in student loans. This is not too bad considering that the median debt load of all me bachelor's degree recipients across the country is $25,000.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the me majors at Lafayette College.
Of the 60 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in me from Lafayette in 2021, 60% were men and 40% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 72% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Lafayette College with a bachelor's in me.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 43 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 4 |
| Other Races | 9 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemical Engineering | 35 |
| Civil Engineering | 32 |
| General Engineering | 19 |
| Electrical Engineering | 16 |
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