Compare 6 Construction Engineering Technology/Technician. programs in California. Average earnings: $89,938.
The highest-earning Construction Engineering Technology/Technician. program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $28K earnings gap across 6 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
California State University-Long Beach's Construction Engineering Technology/Technician. program leads with graduates earning $100,265. The average across all programs is $89,938, yet Cal Poly Pomona ($97,515) and CSU Northridge ($95,243) demonstrate how regional publics dominate this field through specialized program strength.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Cal State Long Beach graduates borrow $14,289 and face just a 2.5% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income.
Highest program earnings: $100,265
Strong outcomes with 74% acceptance
2.5% payment burden | Excellent
5.5% family burden | Excellent
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $100,265 | 49 | $14,289 | Excellent | $15,177 | Excellent | |
| #2 | $97,515 | 31 | $16,000 | Excellent | $15,000 | Excellent | |
| #3 | $95,243 | 18 | $13,872 | Excellent | $13,522 | Excellent | |
| #4 | $88,648 | 115 | $16,552 | Excellent | $17,585 | Excellent | |
| #5 | $85,726 | 32 | $14,505 | Excellent | $12,050 | Excellent | |
| #6 | $72,231 | 22 | $15,000 | Excellent | $25,565 | 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 →
