Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians (Associate's Degree) at Houston Community College

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$58,557

Est. from TX median (4 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$12,063

Est. from national median (24 programs)

Analysis

Houston Community College's electrical engineering technology program appears positioned in the middle of the pack for Texas, with estimated first-year earnings around $58,500 based on four similar programs statewide. That's slightly above the national median of $54,850, though notably below what Victoria College and Dallas College graduates reportedly earn.

The estimated debt load of about $12,000—derived from national peer programs since this school's actual figures aren't available—would take roughly three months of gross earnings to repay. That's substantially better than Texas's typical debt burden of $20,600 for this credential, suggesting HCC may offer a more affordable path than many in-state alternatives. With over a third of students receiving Pell grants, the accessibility matters for families watching costs closely.

The challenge is uncertainty: when actual outcomes aren't reported, you're betting on patterns from comparable schools rather than proven track record. Programs at similar community colleges in Texas show a $12,000 earnings spread between top and bottom performers, which is significant when you're making career calculations. If the program delivers on the state median it's tracking, the financial fundamentals look solid—manageable debt against decent technical wages. But confirm whether HCC has industry connections and job placement support that justify confidence in these estimated outcomes rather than just hoping the estimate holds.

Where Houston Community College Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all electrical engineering technologies/technicians associates's programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Texas

Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians associates's programs at peer institutions in Texas (24 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
Houston Community CollegeHouston	$2,040	$58,557*	—	$12,063*	—
Victoria CollegeVictoria	$2,853	$63,908*	$85,672	—*	—
Dallas CollegeDallas	$2,370	$59,057*	—	$12,549*	0.21
DeVry University-TexasIrving	$17,488	$58,056*	$52,465	$28,782*	0.50
Austin Community College DistrictAustin	$2,550	$51,640*	$50,803	—*	—
National Median	—	$54,852*	—	$14,710*	0.27

* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with electrical engineering technologies/technicians graduates

Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians

Operate, install, adjust, and maintain integrated computer/communications systems, consoles, simulators, and other data acquisition, test, and measurement instruments and equipment, which are used to launch, track, position, and evaluate air and space vehicles. May record and interpret test data.

$79,830/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Apply electrical and electronic theory and related knowledge, usually under the direction of engineering staff, to design, build, repair, adjust, and modify electrical components, circuitry, controls, and machinery for subsequent evaluation and use by engineering staff in making engineering design decisions.

$77,180/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay

Inspect, test, repair, or maintain electrical equipment in generating stations, substations, and in-service relays.

$71,270/yrJobs growth:

Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians

Operate, test, maintain, or adjust unmanned, automated, servomechanical, or electromechanical equipment. May operate unmanned submarines, aircraft, or other equipment to observe or record visual information at sites such as oil rigs, crop fields, buildings, or for similar infrastructure, deep ocean exploration, or hazardous waste removal. May assist engineers in testing and designing robotics equipment.

$70,760/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Robotics Technicians

Build, install, test, or maintain robotic equipment or related automated production systems.

$70,760/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Electrical and Electronics Drafters

Prepare wiring diagrams, circuit board assembly diagrams, and layout drawings used for the manufacture, installation, or repair of electrical equipment.

$65,380/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Calibration Technologists and Technicians

Execute or adapt procedures and techniques for calibrating measurement devices, by applying knowledge of measurement science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, and electronics, sometimes under the direction of engineering staff. Determine measurement standard suitability for calibrating measurement devices. May perform preventive maintenance on equipment. May perform corrective actions to address identified calibration problems.

$65,040/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Sound Engineering Technicians

Assemble and operate equipment to record, synchronize, mix, edit, or reproduce sound, including music, voices, or sound effects, for theater, video, film, television, podcasts, sporting events, and other productions.

$56,600/yrJobs growth:

Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other

All engineering technologists and technicians, except drafters, not listed separately.

Non-Destructive Testing Specialists

Test the safety of structures, vehicles, or vessels using x-ray, ultrasound, fiber optic or related equipment.

Photonics Technicians

Build, install, test, or maintain optical or fiber optic equipment, such as lasers, lenses, or mirrors, using spectrometers, interferometers, or related equipment.

Disc Jockeys, Except Radio

Play prerecorded music for live audiences at venues or events such as clubs, parties, or wedding receptions. May use techniques such as mixing, cutting, or sampling to manipulate recordings. May also perform as emcee (master of ceremonies).

Jobs growth:

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 Houston Community College, approximately 37% 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 4 similar programs in TX. Actual outcomes may vary.