Compare 5 Architectural Technology/Technician. programs in New York. Average earnings: $57,080.
With top graduates earning $59,857, Architectural Technology/Technician stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $4K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige.
The data puts CUNY New York City College of Technology first, with Architectural Technology/Technician graduates earning $59,857. Syracuse University follows at $58,622, while New York Institute of Technology rounds out the top three at $58,247. The average across all 5 programs is $57,080, showing relatively tight clustering among quality programs.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. CUNY New York City College of Technology graduates borrow $10,533 and face just a 3.9% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income compared to Syracuse's 9.9% burden despite similar earnings.
Highest program earnings: $59,857
Strong outcomes with 81% acceptance
3.9% payment burden | Excellent
7.9% family burden | Excellent
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $59,857 | 76 | $10,533 | Excellent | $9,563 | Excellent | |
| #2 | Syracuse UniversityPrivate | $58,622 | 98 | $26,000 | Good | $39,841 | High |
| #3 | $58,247 | 93 | $23,334 | Good | $39,731 | High | |
| #4 | Pratt Institute-MainPrivate | $58,246 | 132 | $26,000 | Good | $88,930 | High |
| #5 | Cornell UniversityPrivate | $50,428 | 77 | $14,000 | Excellent | $38,000 | High |
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 →
