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Engineering Technologies at Laredo College
What traits are you looking for in a school for Engineering Technologies, consider the program at Laredo College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Laredo College is in Laredo, TX.
Studying Online at Laredo College
Online coursework is an option at Laredo College. Among 11,029 students, 1,280 (12%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,448 (22%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Technologies Rankings at Laredo College
Rankings can help you compare Laredo College’s Engineering Technologies program against other schools offering the same major.
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Texas | #20 of 70 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #29 of 105 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #57 of 71 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #86 of 106 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #214 of 852 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #733 of 854 |
Earnings for Engineering Technologies Graduates from Laredo College
Students who complete Laredo College’s Engineering Technologies program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $22,251 |
| 5 years | $23,321 |
Best-Paid Careers for Engineering Technologies Graduates
Those who complete Engineering Technologies program at Laredo College pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Engineering Technologies majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians | $134,632 |
| Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other | $121,642 |
| Electrical and Electronics Drafters | $109,781 |
| Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $108,923 |
| Photonics Technicians | $106,964 |
| Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay | $89,975 |
| Automotive Engineering Technicians | $89,794 |
| Nanotechnology Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $88,689 |
| Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $86,216 |
| Architectural and Civil Drafters | $82,779 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.