Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies at Minnesota North College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Minnesota North College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Minnesota North College graduates earn $34k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all heavy/industrial equipment maintenance technologies 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 Minnesota
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies associates's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (5 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota North College | $34,396 | $52,339 | — | — |
| Dakota County Technical College | $67,618 | $69,147 | $12,000 | 0.18 |
| National Median | $55,532 | — | $12,000 | 0.22 |
Other Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies Programs in Minnesota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dakota County Technical College Rosemount | $6,419 | $67,618 | $12,000 |
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 Minnesota North College, approximately 30% 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 16 graduates with reported earnings and 11 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.