Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians at Fox Valley Technical College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Fox Valley Technical College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Fox Valley Technical College graduates earn $45k, placing them in the 42th percentile of all drafting/design engineering technologies/technicians associates programs nationally.
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 Wisconsin
Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians associates's programs at peer institutions in Wisconsin (12 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fox Valley Technical College | $44,782 | $50,522 | — | — |
| Northcentral Technical College | $53,105 | $53,278 | $8,000 | 0.15 |
| Waukesha County Technical College | $46,460 | $54,883 | $14,500 | 0.31 |
| National Median | $45,434 | — | $13,250 | 0.29 |
Other Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians Programs in Wisconsin
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Wisconsin schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northcentral Technical College Wausau | $3,861 | $53,105 | $8,000 |
| Waukesha County Technical College Pewaukee | $4,720 | $46,460 | $14,500 |
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 Fox Valley Technical College, approximately 12% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 18 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.