Electrical and Power Transmission Installers at Lincoln College of Technology-Indianapolis

This electrical installation program at Lincoln College of Technology offers mixed value, with the key concern being below-average earnings despite reasonable debt levels. While graduates earn $32,841 in their first year—exactly matching Indiana's median for this field—this falls well short of the $38,716 national average, placing the program in just the 30th percentile nationally.

The program's strongest selling point is its debt management. At $13,875, graduate debt creates a manageable 0.42 debt-to-earnings ratio, and this debt level ranks in the excellent 5th percentile nationally (meaning 95% of similar programs saddle students with more debt). The 64% Pell grant rate indicates the school serves many lower-income students who benefit from this relatively affordable approach. However, earnings growth is modest—just 8% over four years to $35,354—suggesting limited advancement potential compared to other skilled trades.

For parents considering this program, the trade-off is clear: your child will graduate with manageable debt but earn less than peers at most other electrical programs nationwide. Given that only two Indiana schools offer this specific program, alternatives are limited in-state. This could work for families prioritizing debt minimization over maximum earning potential, but those seeking stronger financial returns should explore electrical programs at other institutions or consider related fields with better earnings trajectories.