Compare 5 Architectural Engineering Technologies/Technicians. programs in the South. Average earnings: $71,510.
The highest-earning Architectural Engineering Technologies/Technicians program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $15K earnings gap across 5 programs in the South, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
East Carolina University's Architectural Engineering Technologies program leads with graduates earning $78,175, well above the regional average of $71,510. Old Dominion follows at $75,927, while North Carolina A&T produces graduates earning $73,718—demonstrating that regional publics dominate this specialized field regardless of overall school rankings.
Highest program earnings: $78,175
Strong outcomes with 90% acceptance
5.6% payment burden | Excellent - payment under 8% of discretionary
11.2% family burden | Good - payment 8-12% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | East Carolina UniversityPublic | $78,175 | 149 | $22,750 | Excellent | $19,710 | Good |
| #2 | Old Dominion UniversityPublic | $75,927 | 170 | $24,000 | Excellent | $18,866 | Good |
| #3 | $73,718 | 9 | $27,000 | Excellent | $20,004 | Manageable | |
| #4 | $66,725 | 75 | $22,500 | Excellent | $14,301 | Manageable | |
| #5 | $63,005 | 30 | $22,189 | Excellent | $13,672 | Manageable |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
