Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians at Excelsior University

Excelsior University's electromechanical program produces graduates who earn $67,558 their first year out—nearly $10,000 above the national median for this field—while carrying just $6,567 in debt. That's a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.10, meaning graduates could theoretically pay off their loans in about five weeks of gross income. Among the 363 schools nationally offering this program, Excelsior ranks in the 83rd percentile for earnings and an exceptional 95th percentile for keeping debt low. That's an unusually strong combination.

The state context adds some nuance: this program sits at the 60th percentile within New York, suggesting several in-state alternatives may offer even better outcomes. However, New York's median for this field ($67,558) matches Excelsior's exactly, and the debt figure is identical, indicating this program essentially *is* the state benchmark. With only 12 schools in New York offering this program, Excelsior represents a solid middle ground for in-state students.

For parents weighing technical training options, this is straightforward: strong starting salary, minimal debt burden, and credentials that clearly translate to employment in skilled trades. The 25% Pell grant rate suggests the program serves working adults or students from modest backgrounds—and delivers genuine mobility for them. Unless your student has access to one of the handful of higher-performing New York programs, this represents low-risk technical training with immediate payoff.