Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Southern Illinois University-Carbondale graduates compare to all programs nationally
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale graduates earn $72k, placing them in the 68th percentile of all electrical engineering technologies/technicians bachelors 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 Illinois
Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (3 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Illinois University-Carbondale | $72,495 | $60,537 | $26,220* | — |
| DeVry University-Illinois | $67,395 | $75,968 | $53,062* | 0.79 |
| National Median | $67,395 | — | $27,558* | 0.41 |
Other Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| DeVry University-Illinois Lisle | $17,488 | $67,395 | $53,062 |
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 Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, approximately 37% 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 14 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.