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Mechanical Engineering at University of Washington-Bothell Campus

Bothell, WA · Public · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $66,947/yr (-5% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (53% exposed)

Job Market Large (58,100 openings/yr)

ROI 17.2x earnings multiple (5.2x out-of-state)

Ranked #139 of 320 Mechanical Engineering programs Top 50%

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Mechanical Engineering graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$911K	$866K	$735K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	18.1x	17.2x	14.6x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	5.4x	5.2x	4.4x
Probability of Field Employment	80%	71%	50%
DegreeOutlook Score	73	72	69

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$50,236

Out-of-state: $167,652 (5.2x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$43,592

13% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$14,448

2.6 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$94,653

41% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $66,947/yr, Mechanical Engineering graduates from University of Washington-Bothell Campus land near the $70,527 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

With a 17.2x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 19% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Mechanical Engineering career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

The median debt load of $14,448 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios we track.

A #139 ranking among 320 Mechanical Engineering programs places University of Washington-Bothell Campus in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

A 41% earnings increase from $66,947 to $94,653 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About University of Washington-Bothell Campus

With 92% of applicants admitted, University of Washington-Bothell Campus prioritizes broad access, with a mid-sized student body of 5,228 in Bothell, WA.

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Top Career Paths

Architectural and engineering managers $167,740/yr

Aerospace engineers $134,830/yr

Engineering teachers, postsecondary $106,120/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 72/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Mechanical Engineering at University of Washington-Bothell Campus?

At 72/100, this is a high-performing program. The DegreeOutlook Score combines earnings, AI resilience, and ROI — and this program delivers on all three.

Should I worry about AI if I study Mechanical Engineering at University of Washington-Bothell Campus?

The 53% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →