Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians at Northeast State Community College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Northeast State Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Northeast State Community College graduates earn $40k, placing them in the 10th percentile of all electrical 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 Tennessee
Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians associates's programs at peer institutions in Tennessee (8 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northeast State Community College | $39,954 | $49,823 | — | — |
| Nashville State Community College | $52,424 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $54,852 | — | $14,710 | 0.27 |
Other Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians Programs in Tennessee
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Tennessee schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville State Community College Nashville | $4,498 | $52,424 | — |
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 Northeast State Community College, approximately 38% 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 27 graduates with reported earnings and 10 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.