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Construction Trades Schools in Michigan

417 students earned Construction Trades degrees in Michigan in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Construction Trades is the 7th most popular major in the state out of a total 7 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Construction Trades Majors in Michigan

Construction Trades majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 173
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 173
Associate Degree 133
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 111
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 111
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 111

Gender Distribution

In Michigan, a construction trades major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of construction trades majors in Michigan is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.7%
  • Black or African American: 7.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 5.8%
  • White: 78.7%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.7%
  • Other Races: 7.2%
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Jobs for Construction Trades Grads in Michigan

161,090 people in the state and 5,877,640 in the nation are employed in jobs related to construction trades.

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Wages for Construction Trades Jobs in Michigan

In this state, construction trades grads earn an average of $45,170. Nationwide, they make an average of $47,630.

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There are 10 colleges in Michigan that offer construction trades degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

109 Degrees in Major Awarded
11,140 Total Students

70% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. In their early career, Washtenaw Community College grads earn an average salary of $31,342. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $3,624.

72 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,436 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $3,871. The student to faculty ratio is 13 to 1. Of all the students who attend this school, 96% get financial aid.

64 Degrees in Major Awarded
10,306 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $29,986 after graduation. This public school has an average net price of $5,212. The full-time teacher rate is 17%.

45 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
7,368 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.52 years. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $15,214. The 7.90% student loan default rate is lower than average.

24 Degrees in Major Awarded
108 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $23,556 after earning their degree at this institution. The student to faculty ratio is 5 to 1. This public school has an average net price of $7,761.

23 Degrees in Major Awarded
16,736 Total Students

24 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Of all the students who attend this school, 65% get financial aid. This public school has an average net price of $9,982.

16 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
49,695 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 71% get financial aid. The student loan default rate is 2.60% which is lower than average. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 88% are considered full time.

#8

Delta College

University Center
13 Degrees in Major Awarded
6,954 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $4,268. 14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 100% of the teachers are full time.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,759 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 13 to 1. This public school has an average net price of $8,372. The student loan default rate is 9.90% which is lower than average.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
438 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 23%. The student to faculty ratio is 10 to 1. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $23,670 after earning their degree at this institution.

Construction Trades Careers in MI

Some of the careers construction trades majors go into include:

Job Title MI Job Growth MI Median Salary
Civil Engineering Technicians 15% $55,010
Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers 14% $46,350
Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters 13% $67,050
Earth Drillers 12% $38,650
Construction and Building Inspectors 12% $55,810
Structural Iron and Steel Workers 11% $55,360
Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers 11% $76,120
Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers 10% $44,240
Construction Trades and Extraction Worker Supervisors 10% $63,310
Housekeeping and Janitor Supervisors 10% $36,930
Glaziers 10% $43,450
Roofers 10% $39,840
Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners 9% $39,920
Brickmasons and Blockmasons 9% $54,230
Tile and Marble Setters 9% $45,060
Carpet Installers 9% $35,520
Maintenance and Repair Workers 8% $35,360
Floor Layers 8% $43,610
Carpenters 8% $45,410
Mechanic, and Repairer Supervisors 7% $65,750
Electricians 7% $59,940
Construction and Maintenance Painters 5% $37,660
Insulation Workers 0% $34,470
Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers 0% $39,940

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to construction trades.

Major Annual Graduates in MI
Personal & Culinary Services 3,211
Mechanic & Repair Technologies 1,433
Transportation & Materials Moving 794
Precision Production 739

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