Best institutions to study Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians
Any instructional program in electrical and electronic engineering-related technologies not listed above.
64 U.S. institutions graduated 1,734 Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians students in 2024–25 (IPEDS). It is CIP 15.0399, a specialization of Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians (CIP 15.03), and leads most directly to the Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians occupation (BLS SOC 17-3023).
About Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians programs
Any instructional program in electrical and electronic engineering-related technologies not listed above.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics, Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP 2020).
The Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians program prepares students for careers in the engineering-related technologies field, focusing on the principles of electrical and electronic systems. This program is ideal for individuals interested in working with electronic equipment, systems, and technologies, providing a foundation for various technical roles in the industry.
Students in this program will develop core skills in reading comprehension, critical thinking, and mathematics, alongside knowledge of computers, electronics, and engineering principles. Coursework often includes hands-on training in modifying, maintaining, and repairing electronic systems, as well as understanding blueprints and schematic drawings.
Credentials awarded
What Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians graduates earned in 2024–25, by award level (IPEDS completions).
- Award of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year964 graduates / yr · 24 institutions56%
- Associate's degree358 graduates / yr · 33 institutions21%
- Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years254 graduates / yr · 15 institutions15%
- Bachelor's degree81 graduates / yr · 16 institutions4.7%
- Award of less than 12 weeks71 graduates / yr · 5 institutions4.1%
- Postbaccalaureate certificate3 graduates / yr · 1 institution0.2%
- Master's degree3 graduates / yr · 2 institutions0.2%
Graduates over time
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians completions reported to IPEDS each year, all award levels combined.
| Year | Graduates |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 2,258 |
| 2013 | 2,236 |
| 2014 | 2,411 |
| 2015 | 3,032 |
| 2016 | 1,989 |
| 2017 | 1,832 |
| 2018 | 1,965 |
| 2019 | 1,749 |
| 2020 | 1,590 |
| 2021 | 1,640 |
| 2022 | 1,422 |
| 2023 | 1,522 |
| 2024 | 1,750 |
| 2025 | 1,734 |
Top 50 institutions for Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, ranked by graduates
Graduates (IPEDS completions), 2024–25. Award levels show which credentials each institution confers in this specialization.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Field earnings* (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Columbus State Community College Columbus, OHPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year | 288 | 28% | — | — |
| 2 | Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College Bowling Green, KYPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic yearAssociate'sAward of at least 1 but less than 2 academic yearsAward of less than 12 weeks | 148 | 58% | — | $60,381 |
| 3 | Jefferson Community and Technical College Louisville, KYPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic yearAssociate'sAward of less than 12 weeksAward of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 111 | 35% | — | $71,070 |
| 4 | Lorain County Community College Elyria, OHPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic yearAssociate'sAward of at least 1 but less than 2 academic yearsBachelor's | 99 | 31% | — | — |
| 5 | Bluegrass Community and Technical College Lexington, KYPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic yearAssociate'sAward of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 88 | 43% | — | $69,924 |
| 6 | Stautzenberger College - Rockford Career College Rockford, ILPrivate for-profitAward of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 88 | 66% | $20,078 | $28,732 |
| 7 | Owensboro Community and Technical College Owensboro, KYPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic yearAssociate'sAward of less than 12 weeks | 75 | 54% | — | — |
| 8 | Ivy Tech Community College Indianapolis, INPublicAward of at least 1 but less than 2 academic yearsAssociate's | 68 | 40% | — | $54,852 |
| 9 | Elizabethtown Community and Technical College Elizabethtown, KYPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic yearAward of less than 12 weeksAssociate's | 63 | 59% | — | — |
| 10 | Thomas Edison State University Trenton, NJPublicAssociate's | 60 | — | — | $52,977 |
| 11 | Terra State Community College Fremont, OHPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic yearAssociate's | 59 | 39% | — | — |
| 12 | Hopkinsville Community College Hopkinsville, KYPublicAward of less than 12 weeksAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year | 56 | 45% | — | — |
| 13 | Ozarks Technical Community College Springfield, MOPublicAward of at least 1 but less than 2 academic yearsAssociate's | 56 | 33% | — | — |
| 14 | York Technical College Rock Hill, SCPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year | 44 | 30% | — | — |
| 15 | Somerset Community College Somerset, KYPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic yearAward of at least 1 but less than 2 academic yearsAssociate's | 43 | 43% | — | — |
| 16 | James A. Rhodes State College Lima, OHPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year | 39 | 47% | — | — |
| 17 | Zane State College Zanesville, OHPublicAssociate'sBachelor's | 37 | 46% | — | $47,946 |
| 18 | Southeastern Community College Whiteville, NCPublicAssociate'sAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic yearAward of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 23 | 43% | — | — |
| 19 | Central Carolina Community College Sanford, NCPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year | 21 | 43% | — | — |
| 20 | Instituto Tecnologico de Puerto Rico - Recinto de Manati Manati, PRPublicAssociate's | 21 | 34% | — | — |
| 21 | Beaufort County Community College Washington, NCPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic yearAward of at least 1 but less than 2 academic yearsAssociate's | 20 | 48% | — | — |
| 22 | Henderson Community College Henderson, KYPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year | 16 | 35% | — | — |
| 23 | Delaware Technical Community College - Terry Dover, DEPublicAssociate's | 15 | 22% | — | — |
| 24 | Arkansas Tech University Russellville, ARPublicAward of at least 1 but less than 2 academic yearsAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year | 13 | 49% | — | — |
| 25 | Eastern Maine Community College Bangor, MEPublicAssociate's | 12 | 32% | — | — |
| 26 | New England Institute of Technology East Greenwich, RIPrivate not-for-profitBachelor's | 12 | 60% | $36,659 | $70,647 |
| 27 | Spartanburg Community College Spartanburg, SCPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year | 10 | 28% | — | — |
| 28 | Colegio Universitario de San Juan San Juan, PRPublicAssociate's | 10 | 32% | — | — |
| 29 | Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology Flushing, NYPrivate not-for-profitBachelor'sAssociate's | 9 | 39% | $40,821 | — |
| 30 | North Carolina A & T State University Greensboro, NCPublicBachelor's | 9 | 57% | — | $47,422 |
| 31 | Southern Illinois University - Carbondale Carbondale, ILPublicBachelor's | 8 | 62% | — | $72,495 |
| 32 | Big Sandy Community and Technical College Prestonsburg, KYPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic yearAward of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 8 | 38% | — | $31,217 |
| 33 | Turtle Mountain College Belcourt, NDPrivate not-for-profitAward of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 7 | 43% | $3,883 | — |
| 34 | YTI Career Institute - York York, PAPrivate for-profitAssociate's | 7 | 45% | $17,792 | $37,074 |
| 35 | Troy University Troy, ALPublicBachelor's | 6 | 50% | — | — |
| 36 | Lake Region State College Devils Lake, NDPublicAward of at least 1 but less than 2 academic yearsAssociate's | 6 | 52% | — | — |
| 37 | Grand Canyon University Phoenix, AZPrivate not-for-profitBachelor's | 5 | 43% | $21,535 | — |
| 38 | Bryant & Stratton College - Parma Parma, OHPrivate not-for-profitAssociate's | 5 | 19% | $15,356 | — |
| 39 | Virginia State University Petersburg, VAPublicBachelor's | 5 | 39% | — | — |
| 40 | University of the District of Columbia Washington, DCPublicBachelor'sMaster's | 4 | 33% | — | — |
| 41 | College of Southern Maryland La Plata, MDPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year | 4 | 33% | — | — |
| 42 | Monroe County Community College Monroe, MIPublicAssociate's | 4 | 34% | — | — |
| 43 | Kent State University at Tuscarawas New Philadelphia, OHPublicAssociate's | 4 | 38% | — | — |
| 44 | Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Erie - Behrend College Erie, PAPublicAssociate's | 4 | 44% | — | — |
| 45 | Benedict College Columbia, SCPrivate not-for-profitBachelor's | 4 | 24% | $19,589 | — |
| 46 | Vermont State University Randolph, VTPublicAssociate'sBachelor's | 4 | 47% | — | — |
| 47 | Fox Valley Technical College Appleton, WIPublicAssociate's | 4 | 65% | — | — |
| 48 | Instituto Tecnologico de Puerto Rico - Recinto de San Juan San Juan, PRPublicAssociate's | 4 | 73% | — | — |
| 49 | University of Minnesota - Twin Cities Minneapolis, MNPublicPost-degree cert. | 3 | 85% | — | — |
| 50 | Ashland County - West Holmes Career Center Ashland, OHPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year | 3 | 86% | — | — |
* Median earnings 1 year after graduation for the broader Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians field (CIP 15.03) at these institutions; College Scorecard does not publish earnings at the 6-digit level.
Offered in 28 states & territories
Where Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians graduates come from. Each state links to all Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians programs offered there.
Careers & outlook
The payoff after graduation: occupation 17-3023, Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians, and its national outlook.
Graduates typically pursue careers as Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians. The job outlook shows little or no change, with an estimated 8,400 annual openings and a median wage of $77,180. An Associate's degree is the typical educational requirement for this field.
Top-paying metros
Career pathways for CIP 15.0399
The occupations the NCES crosswalk maps this 6-digit code to, with BLS pay and 10-year outlook.
| Occupation | US median pay | Growth | Openings / yr | Typical entry education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Techniciansprimary SOC 17-3023 | $78,190 | +0.6% Little or no change | ~8,400 | Associate's degree |
Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed
- Education
- Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
- Experience
- Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.
- Training
- Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
Related careers
Skills & knowledge in Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians programs
From the U.S. Dept. of Labor for the occupation this specialization most leads to.
Skills you'll build
Knowledge areas
Abilities that matter most
Day-to-day work activities
What graduates do on the job
- Modify, maintain, or repair electronics equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
- Replace defective components or parts, using hand tools and precision instruments.
- Set up and operate specialized or standard test equipment to diagnose, test, or analyze the performance of electronic components, assemblies, or systems.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
- Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers or field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
- Assemble electrical systems or prototypes, using hand tools or measuring instruments.
Tools and technology used
Other Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians specializations
The 5 other 6-digit CIP codes under Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians (CIP 15.03).
- Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/CIP 15.0303
Technician 7,489 graduates / yr358 institutions - Telecommunications Technology/CIP 15.0305
Technician 332 graduates / yr26 institutions - Laser and Optical Technology/CIP 15.0304
Technician 203 graduates / yr20 institutions - Audio Engineering Technology/CIP 15.0307
Technician 143 graduates / yr12 institutions - Integrated Circuit Design Technology/CIP 15.0306
Technician limited data4 graduates / yr1 institutions
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Common questions
What types of degrees can I earn in this program?+
You can earn an Award of at least 12 weeks, an Associate's degree, or an Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years.
What skills will I develop?+
You will develop skills such as critical thinking, active listening, and proficiency in mathematics.
What careers can I pursue after graduation?+
You can work as an Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologist or Technician.
What is the job outlook for this field?+
The job outlook is stable, with an estimated 8,400 annual openings and a median wage of $77,180.
What is the CIP code for Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians?+
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians is CIP 15.0399 in the NCES Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP 2020), a 6-digit specialization within Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians (CIP 15.03). NCES defines it as: Any instructional program in electrical and electronic engineering-related technologies not listed above.
How many institutions offer Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians programs?+
64 U.S. institutions reported Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians graduates in IPEDS 2024–25, across 28 states & territories, awarding 1,734 credentials in the year. That is 17.5% of all Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians graduates.
How much do Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians graduates earn?+
Earnings are not published at the 6-digit CIP level by any federal source. The Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians occupation, which Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians most directly leads to, pays a median of $78,190 a year nationally (BLS OEWS May 2025), and graduates of the broader Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians field report median earnings of $54,852 one year after graduation (College Scorecard).
About the data on this page
Every figure comes from an official federal or public source. Here is each one and the release it is currently on.
Program definitions are from the NCES Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP 2020). Skills, knowledge, abilities, work activities, tools, and job zones are from the O*NET database by the U.S. Department of Labor, used under the CC BY 4.0 license.
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