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Engineering Technologies Schools in Colorado

In 2020-2021, 1,326 students earned their Engineering Tech degrees in CO.

In terms of popularity, Engineering Technologies is the 5th most popular major in the state out of a total 7 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Engineering Technologies Majors in Colorado

Engineering Tech majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 622
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 622
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 622
Bachelor’s Degree 404
Associate Degree 162
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 138
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 138

Gender Distribution

In Colorado, a engineering tech major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of engineering tech majors in Colorado is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.8%
  • Black or African American: 3.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 19.6%
  • White: 65.1%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.5%
  • Other Races: 8.4%
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Jobs for Engineering Technologies Grads in Colorado

In this state, there are 126,890 people employed in jobs related to an engineering tech degree, compared to 6,146,030 nationwide.

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Wages for Engineering Technologies Jobs in Colorado

A typical salary for a engineering tech grad in the state is $63,450, compared to a typical salary of $62,890 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Colorado that offer engineering tech degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

267 Degrees in Major Awarded
18,703 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 9.20%. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1.

#2

Pikes Peak Community College

Colorado Springs
184 Degrees in Major Awarded
12,506 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $30,932 after earning their degree at this institution. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $10,275. Of all the students who attend this school, 68% get financial aid.

184 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
32,428 Total Students

The average student takes 4.40 years to complete their degree at Colorado State. This public school has an average net price of $18,679. In their early career, Colorado State grads earn an average salary of $44,704.

100 Degrees in Major Awarded
28% Graduation Rate
19,086 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 6.80% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $14,313. 18 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

77 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,529 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 37 to 1. Graduates earn an average $39,069 after graduation. This private institution charges an average net price of $19,611.

74 Degrees in Major Awarded
6,029 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 19 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. In their early career, Red Rocks Community College grads earn an average salary of $35,432.

#7

Colorado Mountain College

Glenwood Springs
63 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,315 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $6,450. The full-time teacher rate is 26%. 77% of students get financical aid.

#8

Colorado Mesa University

Grand Junction
59 Degrees in Major Awarded
39% Graduation Rate
9,110 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 96% get financial aid. It takes the average student 4.58 years to graduate. The student to faculty ratio is 19 to 1.

57 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
37,437 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 74% are considered full time. 18 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Most students complete their degree in 4.38 years.

45 Degrees in Major Awarded
903 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $31,758 after earning their degree at this institution. A typical student attending Pickens Technical College will pay a net price of $9,249. 20 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

Engineering Technologies Careers in CO

Some of the careers engineering tech majors go into include:

Job Title CO Job Growth CO Median Salary
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers 38% $51,880
Electrical and Electronics Drafters 25% $55,940
Environmental Engineering Technicians 23% $59,790
Construction Managers 23% $89,190
Oil, Gas, and Mining Service Unit Operators 22% $47,640
Civil Engineering Technicians 19% $56,010
Hazardous Materials Removal Workers 16% $40,930
Engineering Technicians 15% $62,910
Water Treatment Plant and System Operators 14% $54,820
Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers 13% $46,520
Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers 11% $41,460
Architectural and Civil Drafters 10% $56,880
Medical Equipment Repairers 10% $57,700
Mechanical Drafters 9% $60,710
Mechanical Engineering Technicians 9% $67,190
Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technicians 8% $70,790
Drafters 7% $50,860
Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics 7% $46,220
Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technicians 3% $81,200
Industrial Engineering Technicians 3% $53,610
Precision Instrument and Equipment Repairers 0% $58,430
Semiconductor Processors -8% $32,850

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