Find Trade Colleges
2023 Best Mechanical Engineering Associate Degree Trade Schools in the Southeast Region
Finding the Best Mechanical Engineering Technology Associate Degree School for You
Out of all the majors we analyze each year, mechanical engineering technology was ranked #25 in the country. In fact 6,205 degrees and certificates were handed out in 2021-2022.
When it comes to higher education, there are a lot of options for trade school students. Along with traditional schools that require in-person attendence, you can attend one of many reputable online schools. Some programs even offer a hybrid experience. Alternatively, you may choose a trade school that prepares you to enter the workforce with knowledge in a specific field.
Along with in-depth profiles of schools and the programs they offer, Trade College Search has created the Best Mechanical Engineering Associate Degree Trade Schools in the Southeast Region to help you in your search for the best school for you. This report analyzed 14 schools in the Southeast Region to see which ones offered the best associate degree programs for trade school students.
View our full ranking methodology.
2023 Best Mechanical Engineering Technology Associate Degree Schools in the Southeast Region
The following schools top our list of the Best Mechanical Engineering Technology Associate Degree Colleges.
Top 10 Best Mechanical Engineering Technology Associate Degree Schools
Our analysis found ECPI University to be the best school for mechanical engineering technology students who want to pursue a associate degree in the Southeast Region . ECPI University is a fairly large private for-profit school located in the large city of Virginia Beach.
The average amount in student loans that me tech majors at ECPI University take out while working on their Associate Degree is $21,505.
Read full report on Mechanical Engineering Technology at ECPI University
Out of the 14 schools in the Southeast Region that were part of this year’s ranking, Greenville Technical College landed the # 2 spot on the list. Located in the city of Greenville, GTC is a public school with a large student population.
Read full report on Mechanical Engineering Technology at Greenville Technical College
The excellent associate degree programs at Midlands Technical College helped the school earn the #3 place on this year’s ranking of the best mechanical engineering technology schools in the Southeast Region . Located in the suburb of West Columbia, MTC is a public school with a moderately-sized student population.
Read full report on Mechanical Engineering Technology at Midlands Technical College
Out of the 14 schools in the Southeast Region that were part of this year’s ranking, Eastern Florida State College landed the # 4 spot on the list. EFSC is a large public school located in the small city of Melbourne.
Full Mechanical Engineering Technology at Eastern Florida State College Report
You’ll be in good company if you decide to attend Florence-Darlington Technical College. It ranked #5 on our 2023 Best Mechanical Engineering Associate Degree Trade Schools in the Southeast Region list. Located in the suburb of Florence, Florence-Darlington Technical College is a public school with a small student population.
Read full report on Mechanical Engineering Technology at Florence-Darlington Technical College
Tidewater Community College came in at #6 in this year’s edition of the Best Mechanical Engineering Associate Degree Trade Schools in the Southeast Region ranking. Located in the city of Norfolk, Tidewater Community College is a public school with a large student population.
Read full report on Mechanical Engineering Technology at Tidewater Community College
Seminole State College of Florida came in at #7 in this year’s edition of the Best Mechanical Engineering Associate Degree Trade Schools in the Southeast Region ranking. Located in the city of Sanford, Seminole State is a public college with a fairly large student population.
Read full report on Mechanical Engineering Technology at Seminole State College of Florida
With a ranking of #8, Piedmont Technical College did quite well on this year’s best schools for mechanical engineering technology students working on their associate degree. Located in the distant town of Greenwood, Piedmont Technical College is a public school with a medium-sized student population.
Full Mechanical Engineering Technology at Piedmont Technical College Report
American Public University System did quite well in this year’s ranking of the best places for mechanical engineering technology students to get a associate degree. It came in at #9 on the list. American Military University is a very large private for-profit school located in the fringe town of Charles Town.
Full Mechanical Engineering Technology at American Public University System Report
University of Arkansas at Little Rock ranked #10 on this year’s Best Mechanical Engineering Associate Degree Trade Schools in the Southeast Region list. Located in the medium-sized city of Little Rock, UA Little Rock is a public college with a medium-sized student population.
Full Mechanical Engineering Technology at University of Arkansas at Little Rock Report
Best Mechanical Engineering Technology Colleges by State
Explore the best mechanical engineering technology colleges for a specific state in the Southeast region.
| State | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|
| South Carolina | 46 |
| Georgia | 67 |
| Arkansas | 36 |
| North Carolina | 406 |
| Florida | 297 |
| Louisiana | 80 |
| West Virginia | 122 |
| Virginia | 214 |
| Alabama | 70 |
| Tennessee | 26 |
| Mississippi | 0 |
Mechanical Engineering Technology Related Rankings by Major
One of 18 majors within the trade school area of study, mechanical engineering technology has other similar majors worth exploring.
ME Tech Concentrations
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology | 3,490 |
| Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering Technology | 1,074 |
| Automotive Engineering Technology | 1,062 |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies, Other | 473 |
| Marine Engineering Technology | 106 |
Most Popular Related Majors
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Industrial Production Technology | 11,288 |
| Electromechanical Engineering Technology | 10,780 |
| Environmental Control Technology | 9,376 |
| Drafting & Design Engineering Technology | 8,822 |
| Electronics Engineering Technology | 8,347 |
Notes and References
*These averages are for the top 14 schools only.
- Read more about our ranking methodology.
- The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), a branch of the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) serves as the core of the rest of our data about colleges.
- Some other college data, including much of the graduate earnings data, comes from the U.S. Department of Education’s (College Scorecard).
More about our data sources and methodologies.
Featured Schools
Request Info
|
Southern New Hampshire University You have goals. Southern New Hampshire University can help you get there. Whether you need a bachelor's degree to get into a career or want a master's degree to move up in your current career, SNHU has an online program for you. Find your degree from over 200 online programs. Learn More > |
TradeCollege.org provides higher-education, college and university, degree, program, career, salary, and other helpful information to students, faculty, institutions, and other internet audiences. Presented information and data are subject to change. Inclusion on this website does not imply or represent a direct relationship with the company, school, or brand. Information, though believed correct at time of publication, may not be correct, and no warranty is provided. Contact the schools to verify any information before relying on it. Financial aid may be available for those who qualify. TradeCollege.org is a for-profit site, and the displayed options may include sponsored or recommended results, not necessarily based on your preferences.
© TradeCollege.org – All Rights Reserved.