Cornell University Engineering Professor salary
Based on 16 H-1B filings by Cornell University, fiscal years 2025–2026. Base salary only.
Also listed as: Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering, Assistant Professor of Engineering
Salary range
| Percentile | Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th | $85,000 |
| 25th | $106,250 |
| 50th (median) | $132,021 |
| 75th | $140,587 |
| 90th | $158,925 |
By city
Cities with at least 10 filings. Figure: median salary.
By experience level
| Wage level | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Level I · Entry | too few | 6 |
| Level II · Qualified | too few | 9 |
| Level III · Experienced | too few | 1 |
| Level IV · Fully competent | – | 0 |
Median shown when a level has at least 10 filings.
Questions
How much does a engineering professor make at Cornell University?
In H-1B filings, Cornell University's median base salary for Engineering Professor is $132,021; half of filings fall between $106,250 and $140,587. Bonus and stock are not included.
Does Cornell University sponsor H-1B visas for engineering professors?
Yes. Cornell University filed 16 certified Labor Condition Applications for this role in FY2025–FY2026. A filing is a step before the visa petition, not an approval.
Which job titles are included?
Filings are grouped by occupation code 25-1032 (Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary), so this page covers every job title Cornell University filed under that code.
Where does this data come from?
The U.S. Department of Labor's public LCA disclosure files, updated every quarter. Methodology