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Construction Trades at Colorado Mesa University
If you plan to study Construction Trades, take a look at what Colorado Mesa University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Colorado Mesa University is in Grand Junction, CO.
Online Class Availability at Colorado Mesa University
Many students take online classes at Colorado Mesa University. Among 9,785 students, 736 (8%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,271 (33%) took at least some classes online.
Construction Trades Rankings at Colorado Mesa University
Rankings can help you compare Colorado Mesa University’s Construction Trades program against peer institutions.
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #2 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #4 of 20 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #8 of 11 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #17 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #30 of 492 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #340 of 492 |
Earnings for Construction Trades Graduates from Colorado Mesa University
Graduates of Colorado Mesa University’s Construction Trades program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $49,709 |
| 2 years | $43,240 |
| 3 years | $57,344 |
| 4 years | $70,242 |
| 5 years | $78,611 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Construction Trades graduates from Colorado Mesa University report median earnings of $70,242, compared with $49,582 for all Colorado Mesa University graduates — about 42% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Construction Trades graduates from Colorado Mesa University comes in at $5,500.
Best-Paid Careers for Construction Trades Graduates
Those who complete Construction Trades program at Colorado Mesa University work across a variety of fields. Here are the highest-paying careers for Construction Trades graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay | $89,975 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers | $83,555 |
| Solar Thermal Installers and Technicians | $83,502 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $78,994 |
| Painters, Construction and Maintenance | $77,350 |
| Carpet Installers | $72,945 |
| Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall | $70,937 |
| Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas | $69,933 |
| Roofers | $69,443 |
| Energy Auditors | $66,726 |
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
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