Electrical and Power Transmission Installers at City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers certificate's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (19 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley College | — | $91,223 | — | — |
| City Colleges of Chicago-Kennedy-King College | $142,516 | — | — | — |
| Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park | $35,880 | — | — | — |
| Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois | $34,080 | $41,901 | $13,000 | 0.38 |
| HVAC Technical Institute | $32,208 | — | $6,861 | 0.21 |
| National Median | $38,716 | — | $9,500 | 0.25 |
Other Electrical and Power Transmission Installers Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Colleges of Chicago-Kennedy-King College Chicago | $4,380 | $142,516 | — |
| Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park Melrose Park | — | $35,880 | — |
| Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois Springfield | — | $34,080 | $13,000 |
| HVAC Technical Institute Chicago | — | $32,208 | $6,861 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley College, approximately 22% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.