Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians at Southeast Technical College
Associate's Degree
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 South Dakota
Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians associates's programs at peer institutions in South Dakota (3 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Technical College | — | $56,301 | — | — |
| Mitchell Technical College | $72,319 | — | $14,831 | 0.21 |
| Lake Area Technical College | $60,085 | — | $13,125 | 0.22 |
| National Median | $58,261 | — | $13,084 | 0.22 |
Other Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians Programs in South Dakota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across South Dakota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell Technical College Mitchell | $7,524 | $72,319 | $14,831 |
| Lake Area Technical College Watertown | $6,718 | $60,085 | $13,125 |
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 Southeast Technical College, approximately 32% 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.