Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians at Los Angeles Trade Technical College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Los Angeles Trade Technical College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Los Angeles Trade Technical College graduates earn $67k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all mechanical engineering related technologies/technicians certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians certificate's programs at peer institutions in California (21 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Trade Technical College | $66,574 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $42,386 | — | $11,250 | 0.27 |
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 Los Angeles Trade Technical College, approximately 31% 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.