Engineering Technology at Columbia State Community College
Associate's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Tennessee
Engineering Technology associates's programs at peer institutions in Tennessee (9 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia State Community College | $52,531* | — | $13,834* | — |
| Jackson State Community College | $61,123* | — | —* | — |
| Chattanooga State Community College | $52,531* | $59,650 | $13,865* | 0.26 |
| Pellissippi State Community College | $46,301* | $54,843 | $7,058* | 0.15 |
| National Median | $48,320* | — | $12,917* | 0.27 |
Other Engineering Technology Programs in Tennessee
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Tennessee schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson State Community College Jackson | $4,516 | $61,123 | — |
| Chattanooga State Community College Chattanooga | $4,550 | $52,531 | $13,865 |
| Pellissippi State Community College Knoxville | $4,576 | $46,301 | $7,058 |
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 Columbia State Community College, approximately 30% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 3 similar programs in TN. Actual outcomes may vary.