Compare 11 Construction Engineering Technology/Technician. programs in the West. Average earnings: $85,786.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Construction Engineering Technology/Technician tells a different story. Across 11 programs in the West, earnings range from $72,231 to $100,265—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
California State University-Long Beach leads with graduates earning $100,265, well above the regional average of $85,786. Close behind, Cal Poly Pomona delivers $97,515 and CSU Northridge produces $95,243—all California State campuses dominating a field where program strength matters more than institutional prestige.
High earnings paired with low debt create exceptional value. CSU Long Beach graduates borrow just $14,289 and face only a 2.5% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. When parent loans are included, CSU Northridge leads with a 5.5% family burden—proof that strong outcomes don't require heavy borrowing.
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 | $90,253 | 149 | $20,000 | Excellent | $36,000 | Manageable | |
| #5 | $88,648 | 115 | $16,552 | Excellent | $17,585 | Excellent | |
| #6 | $85,726 | 32 | $14,505 | Excellent | $12,050 | Excellent | |
| #7 | $80,404 | 49 | $19,500 | Excellent | $29,968 | Manageable | |
| #8 | Montana State UniversityPublic | $78,910 | 43 | $22,500 | Excellent | $25,000 | Manageable |
| #9 | $78,253 | 114 | $19,500 | Excellent | $23,519 | Good | |
| #10 | Colorado Mesa UniversityPublic | $76,203 | 24 | $22,000 | Excellent | $18,879 | Good |
| #11 | $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 →
