Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians (Associate's Degree) at San Jacinto Community College

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$58,557

Est. from TX median (4 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$12,063

Est. from national median (24 programs)

Analysis

The numbers here tell a straightforward story, even if they're drawn from peer programs rather than San Jacinto's actual graduates: this looks like a solid technical credential. Based on comparable electrical engineering technology programs in Texas, first-year earnings around $58,500 against an estimated debt load of $12,000 creates a manageable 0.21 debt-to-earnings ratio—well below the concerning 1.0 threshold where debt equals a full year's salary.

What makes this estimate particularly credible is the consistency across Texas programs. The four schools with reported data cluster tightly between $51,600 and $63,900, suggesting this is a stable field where outcomes don't vary wildly by institution. San Jacinto's estimated figures fall right in the middle of that range. The estimated debt is also notably lower than the $20,666 median for Texas programs, which matters for graduates entering the workforce immediately.

The caveat parents should understand: these are projections based on similar programs, not actual tracked outcomes for San Jacinto students. But the underlying fundamentals—strong regional demand for electrical technicians, consistent earnings across comparable two-year programs, and manageable debt loads—suggest this is a practical path to middle-class wages. For families evaluating community college options in the Houston area, this program appears to deliver what technical education should: a credential that costs less than one year's future salary.

Where San Jacinto Community College Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all electrical engineering technologies/technicians associates's programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Texas

Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians associates's programs at peer institutions in Texas (24 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
San Jacinto Community CollegePasadena	$1,992	$58,557*	—	$12,063*	—
Victoria CollegeVictoria	$2,853	$63,908*	$85,672	—*	—
Dallas CollegeDallas	$2,370	$59,057*	—	$12,549*	0.21
DeVry University-TexasIrving	$17,488	$58,056*	$52,465	$28,782*	0.50
Austin Community College DistrictAustin	$2,550	$51,640*	$50,803	—*	—
National Median	—	$54,852*	—	$14,710*	0.27

* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with electrical engineering technologies/technicians graduates

Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians

Operate, install, adjust, and maintain integrated computer/communications systems, consoles, simulators, and other data acquisition, test, and measurement instruments and equipment, which are used to launch, track, position, and evaluate air and space vehicles. May record and interpret test data.

$79,830/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Apply electrical and electronic theory and related knowledge, usually under the direction of engineering staff, to design, build, repair, adjust, and modify electrical components, circuitry, controls, and machinery for subsequent evaluation and use by engineering staff in making engineering design decisions.

$77,180/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay

Inspect, test, repair, or maintain electrical equipment in generating stations, substations, and in-service relays.

$71,270/yrJobs growth:

Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians

Operate, test, maintain, or adjust unmanned, automated, servomechanical, or electromechanical equipment. May operate unmanned submarines, aircraft, or other equipment to observe or record visual information at sites such as oil rigs, crop fields, buildings, or for similar infrastructure, deep ocean exploration, or hazardous waste removal. May assist engineers in testing and designing robotics equipment.

$70,760/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Robotics Technicians

Build, install, test, or maintain robotic equipment or related automated production systems.

$70,760/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Electrical and Electronics Drafters

Prepare wiring diagrams, circuit board assembly diagrams, and layout drawings used for the manufacture, installation, or repair of electrical equipment.

$65,380/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Calibration Technologists and Technicians

Execute or adapt procedures and techniques for calibrating measurement devices, by applying knowledge of measurement science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, and electronics, sometimes under the direction of engineering staff. Determine measurement standard suitability for calibrating measurement devices. May perform preventive maintenance on equipment. May perform corrective actions to address identified calibration problems.

$65,040/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Sound Engineering Technicians

Assemble and operate equipment to record, synchronize, mix, edit, or reproduce sound, including music, voices, or sound effects, for theater, video, film, television, podcasts, sporting events, and other productions.

$56,600/yrJobs growth:

Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other

All engineering technologists and technicians, except drafters, not listed separately.

Non-Destructive Testing Specialists

Test the safety of structures, vehicles, or vessels using x-ray, ultrasound, fiber optic or related equipment.

Photonics Technicians

Build, install, test, or maintain optical or fiber optic equipment, such as lasers, lenses, or mirrors, using spectrometers, interferometers, or related equipment.

Disc Jockeys, Except Radio

Play prerecorded music for live audiences at venues or events such as clubs, parties, or wedding receptions. May use techniques such as mixing, cutting, or sampling to manipulate recordings. May also perform as emcee (master of ceremonies).

Jobs growth:

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 San Jacinto Community 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.

Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 4 similar programs in TX. Actual outcomes may vary.