Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians at DeVry University-New Jersey

DeVry's electromechanical instrumentation program produces solid middle-of-the-road outcomes, with graduates earning $62,864 in their first year—exactly matching both the national median and New Jersey's benchmark for this specialized field. The debt load of $52,062 translates to a manageable 0.83 debt-to-earnings ratio, meaning graduates owe less than one year's salary. Within four years, earnings climb 15% to $72,119, suggesting the degree opens doors to advancement in technical roles.

The catch here is statistical: with fewer than 30 graduates in the data set, these numbers could swing considerably with just a handful of different outcomes. The program ranks at the 60th percentile among New Jersey offerings, though it's worth noting this program is relatively rare statewide. The 100% admission rate and high proportion of Pell grant recipients (60%) indicate DeVry serves students who might face barriers at more selective institutions, which adds important context to these earnings.

For a student serious about hands-on technical work with industrial equipment, this represents a functional path to steady employment at respectable wages—just don't treat these specific numbers as gospel given the small sample. The debt is reasonable enough that typical electromechanical salaries should support repayment, assuming your student actually completes the degree and enters the field.