Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection at New Castle School of Trades
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How New Castle School of Trades graduates compare to all programs nationally
New Castle School of Trades graduates earn $32k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all building/construction finishing, management, and inspection 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 Pennsylvania
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection associates's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (10 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Castle School of Trades | $31,601 | $39,746 | — | — |
| Pennsylvania College of Technology | $44,225 | — | $17,500 | 0.40 |
| Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology | $36,873 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $44,380 | — | $11,433 | 0.26 |
Other Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania College of Technology Williamsport | $17,940 | $44,225 | $17,500 |
| Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology Lancaster | $9,050 | $36,873 | — |
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 New Castle School of Trades, approximately 62% 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 17 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.