Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians at Minnesota State University-Mankato

Similar bachelor's programs in electrical engineering technology nationally suggest first-year earnings around $67,400 against estimated debt of $26,200—a ratio of 0.39 that points to manageable monthly payments. For context, comparable programs nationwide typically carry slightly higher debt loads (around $27,500), so Minnesota State appears positioned competitively on the borrowing front.

The challenge here is meaningful comparison within Minnesota itself. With only two schools offering this credential in the state and no reported outcome data from peers, it's difficult to assess whether MSU-Mankato's program represents a better or worse deal than local alternatives. What we can say is that the estimated earnings align with national medians, suggesting graduates should find work at typical industry wages—which in electrical engineering technology tends to mean steady employment in manufacturing, utilities, or maintenance operations.

The underlying uncertainty matters more here than usual. These estimates derive entirely from national peer programs because this specific program's graduate cohort was too small to report separately. That could signal a boutique program with limited enrollment, which might mean more individualized attention or fewer networking opportunities depending on how you view it. Before committing, you'll want direct answers from the department about job placement rates and employer relationships—the kind of specific outcomes these estimates can't capture.