Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians at Mott Community College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Mott Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Mott Community College graduates earn $45k, placing them in the 44th percentile of all drafting/design engineering technologies/technicians 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 Michigan
Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians associates's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (22 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mott Community College | $44,903 | $49,589 | — | — |
| Grand Rapids Community College | $49,865 | — | $11,748 | 0.24 |
| Oakland Community College | $45,844 | — | $13,750 | 0.30 |
| Macomb Community College | $44,701 | — | $8,296 | 0.19 |
| National Median | $45,434 | — | $13,250 | 0.29 |
Other Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians Programs in Michigan
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Michigan schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Rapids Community College Grand Rapids | $4,059 | $49,865 | $11,748 |
| Oakland Community College Auburn Hills | $3,020 | $45,844 | $13,750 |
| Macomb Community College Warren | $3,600 | $44,701 | $8,296 |
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 Mott Community College, approximately 35% 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 16 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.