Best colleges for Construction Engineering Technology/Technician in Ohio
Ranked by graduate earnings
University of Akron Main Campus, Cuyahoga Community College District and University of Toledo award the most Construction Engineering Technology/Technician degrees and certificates in Ohio: 25, 21 and 17 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 12 Ohio colleges offer Construction Engineering Technology/Technician and award 180 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Construction Engineering Technology/Technician program equips students with the practical skills and knowledge necessary to support various construction projects. This program is ideal for individuals interested in the intersection of…
Top 2 institutions, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Akron Main Campus Akron Public · Bachelor's degree | $66,780 | 25 | 52% | — | $25,000 |
| 2 | University of Toledo Toledo Public · Bachelor's degree Small program | $65,585 | 17 | 57% | — | $24,225 |
Colleges awarding the most Construction Engineering Technology/Technician degrees in Ohio
Top 9 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Akron Main Campus Akron Public | 25 | $66,780 |
| 2 | Cuyahoga Community College District Cleveland Public | 21 | Not reported |
| 3 | University of Toledo Toledo Public | 17 | $65,585 |
| 4 | Sinclair Community College Dayton Public | 11 | Not reported |
| 5 | Lorain County Community College Elyria Public | 7 | Not reported |
| 6 | Hocking College Nelsonville Public | 5 | Not reported |
| 7 | Owens Community College Perrysburg Public | 5 | Not reported |
| 8 | James A. Rhodes State College Lima Public | 2 | Not reported |
| 9 | Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute Wooster Public | 1 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 3 Ohio colleges offering Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus State Community College | Columbus | Public | 71 |
| Stark State College | North Canton | Public | 14 |
| Lakeland Community College | Kirtland | Public | 1 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians (SOC 17-3022).
Top skills
What Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians earn in Ohio
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Construction Engineering Technology/Technician programs in Ohio.
Which Ohio colleges award the most Construction Engineering Technology/Technician degrees?+
University of Akron Main Campus (25 graduates a year), Cuyahoga Community College District (21 graduates a year) and University of Toledo (17 graduates a year) award the most Construction Engineering Technology/Technician degrees and certificates in Ohio, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 12 Ohio colleges offer Construction Engineering Technology/Technician.
Which Construction Engineering Technology/Technician program in Ohio has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, University of Akron Main Campus tops the list at $66,780. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians earn in Ohio?+
The average annual wage for Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians in Ohio is $68,120 (median $64,730), across about 1,790 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Construction Engineering Technology/Technician program?+
The Construction Engineering Technology/Technician program equips students with the practical skills and knowledge necessary to support various construction projects. This program is ideal for individuals interested in the intersection of…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop critical thinking, reading comprehension, active listening, mathematics, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians?+
The national job outlook is about +2.1% growth with around 5,500 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Associate's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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