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ACCEPTANCE RATE

81.57%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

100%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

15:1

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$22,459

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Mechanical Engineering Degree

The mechanical engineering program at Trine University prepares students for careers in design, implementation, and operation and maintenance of equipment and machinery. The program focuses on applying mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development, and operational evaluation of physical systems used in manufacturing and end-product systems. Program courses include: stationary power units and appliances, engines, self-propped vehicles, housing and containers, hydraulic and electric systems for controlling movement, and integration of computers and remote control operating systems. Get more details below including other Indiana colleges that offer mechanical engineering degrees.

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Trine University

236 W Reade Ave, Upland, IN

Trine University is a nonprofit private college that has a large selection of degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Angola, Indiana, in a predominantly rural area. About 1,800 students enroll at Trine University annually.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Trine University offers:

  • Engineering
  • Engineering Technology
  • Psychology
  • Business And Marketing Studies

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 960 to 1170 for the SAT exam and within the range of 20 to 23 on the ACT is typical among students accepted to Trine University. This school has an admissions rate of 72 percent of which only 21 percent decided to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $29,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and as such students should use the school's price of attendance calculator to get a better idea of their costs. The cost of on-campus housing is approximately $5,600 annually. Students enrolled at Trine University may be eligible for aid which is typically loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Trine University offers several athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs offered include:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division III)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division III)
  • Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
  • Football (NCAA Division III)

Students Enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Trine University has offered the following academic levels for students:

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Bachelor's Degree50
Master's Degree0

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male48
Female2

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Hispanic3
White47

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Students who have completed the Mechanical Engineering program at Trine University, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

Architectural and Engineering Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, architectural and engineering managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.0% from 2014 to 2024

Cost Estimators

Description

Prepare cost estimates for product manufacturing, construction projects, or services to aid management in bidding on or determining price of product or service. May specialize according to particular service performed or type of product manufactured.

Aerospace Engineers

Description

Perform engineering duties in designing, constructing, and testing aircraft, missiles, and spacecraft. May conduct basic and applied research to evaluate adaptability of materials and equipment to aircraft design and manufacture. May recommend improvements in testing equipment and techniques.

Mechanical Engineers

Description

Perform engineering duties in planning and designing tools, engines, machines, and other mechanically functioning equipment. Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment such as centralized heat, gas, water, and steam systems.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, mechanical engineers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.3% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may provide a better idea of the applicants Trine University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, Trine University may offer student services like:

  • Online course work available
  • Career path counseling
  • Employing students to lower education costs
  • Helping students find work after graduation

Intercollegiate Athletics

Trine University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc)
  • Basketball (Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc)
  • Football (Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc)
  • Golf
  • Ice Hockey
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field, Indoor
  • Track and Field, Outdoor
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball
  • Wrestling
  • Other Sports