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Engineering Tech in New Jersey

Engineering Tech Schools in New Jersey

In 2021-2022, 1,333 students earned their Engineering Tech degrees in NJ.

In terms of popularity, Engineering Tech is the 4th most popular major in the state out of a total 7 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Engineering Tech Majors in New Jersey

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 512
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 512
Associate Degree 346
Bachelor’s Degree 240
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 71

Gender Distribution

In New Jersey, 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 New Jersey is as follows:

  • Asian: 8.4%
  • Black or African American: 15.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 21.8%
  • White: 41.6%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 5.2%
  • Other Races: 7.6%
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Jobs for Engineering Tech Grads in New Jersey

162,800 people in the state and 6,146,030 in the nation are employed in jobs related to engineering tech.

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Wages for Engineering Tech Jobs in New Jersey

In this state, engineering tech grads earn an average of $67,780. Nationwide, they make an average of $62,890.

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

230 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
11,901 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.51 years to graduate. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 15 to 1. 94% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

216 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,550 Total Students

31 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. An average student at Lincoln Tech - Union will pay a net price of $28,614. 94% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

103 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,000 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $42,260 after graduation. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.90%. 94% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

85 Degrees in Major Awarded
6,219 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $39,336 after earning their degree at this institution. The full-time teacher rate is 34%. The student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1.

71 Degrees in Major Awarded
7,658 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $30,320 after earning their degree at this institution. The student to faculty ratio is 21 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time.

64 Degrees in Major Awarded
9,721 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.50%. In their early career, TESU grads earn an average salary of $60,491. 20 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

40 Degrees in Major Awarded
9,566 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $8,414. The student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time.

35 Degrees in Major Awarded
9,477 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $12,402. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 65% of students receive it. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $36,485 after earning their degree at this institution.

34 Degrees in Major Awarded
6,029 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $6,364. Graduates earn an average $29,420 after graduation.

31 Degrees in Major Awarded
6,205 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1. 57% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time.

Engineering Tech Careers in NJ

Some of the careers engineering tech majors go into include:

Job Title NJ Job Growth NJ Median Salary
Solar Photovoltaic Installers 101% $44,000
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers 18% $57,640
Surveying and Mapping Technicians 15% $47,850
Environmental Engineering Technicians 14% $42,910
Mechanical Engineering Technicians 13% $53,540
Architectural and Civil Drafters 12% $57,790
Mechanical Drafters 12% $66,280
Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers 10% $44,660
Industrial Engineering Technicians 10% $57,430
Construction Managers 10% $131,130
Civil Engineering Technicians 10% $57,530
Semiconductor Processors 8% $38,120
Drafters 8% $49,930
Hazardous Materials Removal Workers 8% $57,340
Electrical and Electronics Drafters 7% $69,900
Engineering Technicians 6% $76,910
Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technicians 6% $69,850
Medical Equipment Repairers 4% $54,450
Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics 4% $48,790
Precision Instrument and Equipment Repairers 3% $67,660
Water Treatment Plant and System Operators -9% $59,900

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