Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians at ITI Technical College

ITI Technical College graduates from this program earn $63,569 within a year—roughly $8,000 more than Louisiana's median for electromechanical programs and nearly $13,000 above the national median. That's solid performance in a state where Baton Rouge's petrochemical and manufacturing sectors actively recruit these technicians. With debt under $10,000, graduates face monthly payments around $100, giving them significant financial breathing room on a $5,300 monthly paycheck.

The caveat here matters: with fewer than 30 graduates tracked, these numbers could shift considerably with a larger sample. The debt is slightly higher than Louisiana's typical $7,400 for this program, though still very manageable. The 60% Pell grant rate suggests the school serves students who need economic mobility, and the quick payoff on their investment—roughly two months of gross earnings to cover total debt—delivers on that promise.

For parents whose child has aptitude for technical work and wants to enter Louisiana's industrial workforce quickly, this program offers a practical path. The strong first-year earnings and minimal debt create immediate financial stability, which matters more than the uncertainty around long-term data. Just understand you're making this decision with limited outcome information compared to larger programs.