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ACCEPTANCE RATE

12.03%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

7:1

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

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Mechanical Engineering Degree

The mechanical engineering program at United States Military Academy 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 New York colleges that offer mechanical engineering degrees.

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United States Military Academy (West Point)

300 Steamboat Road, Kings Point, NY

United States Military Academy provides a variety of degree programs for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in West Point, New York and publically funded. Enrollment at United States Military Academy is nearly 4,700 annually.

Students can choose from a few areas of study, including but not limited to:

  • Engineering
  • Engineering Technology
  • Social Sciences
  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Legal Professions And Studies

To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 1700 to 2030 for the SAT exam and between 25 to 31 on the ACT is typical among students accepted to United States Military Academy. Only 11 percent of applicants are admitted to the school due to the high volume of applicants for the limited enrollment spots. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

This school offers several athletic programs overseen by the NCAA.

To see a full list of programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.westpoint.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. West Point offers a bachelor's degree program in mechanical engineering.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male74
Female7

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian4
Black2
Hispanic8
White64
Multiple Races1
Non Resident Alien1
Unknown1

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

Upon completion of the Mechanical Engineering program at West Point, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

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

Salary & Wages

  • Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
    • Total Employment: 920
    • Average Hourly Rate: $70.33
    • Average Annual Salary: $146300
  • Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
    • Total Employment: 1
    • Average Hourly Rate: $74.38
    • Average Annual Salary: $154710

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

Salary & Wages

  • Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
    • Total Employment: 1
    • Average Hourly Rate: $45.71
    • Average Annual Salary: $95070
  • Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
    • Total Employment: 2
    • Average Hourly Rate: $43.85
    • Average Annual Salary: $91210

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 give an overview of the students United States Military Academy accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To support students and graduates, United States Military Academy may offer student services including:

  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Career path counseling
  • Assisting students to find work
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