Electrical and Power Transmission Installers at SOWELA Technical Community College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
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 Louisiana
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers certificate's programs at peer institutions in Louisiana (14 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOWELA Technical Community College | — | $109,483 | — | — |
| Northshore Technical Community College | $39,824 | — | — | — |
| Fletcher Technical Community College | $39,762 | — | — | — |
| South Louisiana Community College | $38,994 | — | $7,409 | 0.19 |
| Delgado Community College | $30,212 | $21,369 | $11,977 | 0.40 |
| National Median | $38,716 | — | $9,500 | 0.25 |
Other Electrical and Power Transmission Installers Programs in Louisiana
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Louisiana schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northshore Technical Community College Lacombe | $4,203 | $39,824 | — |
| Fletcher Technical Community College Schriever | $4,219 | $39,762 | — |
| South Louisiana Community College Lafayette | $4,210 | $38,994 | $7,409 |
| Delgado Community College New Orleans | $4,678 | $30,212 | $11,977 |
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 SOWELA Technical Community College, approximately 42% 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.