Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians (Associate's Degree) at SUNY Corning Community College

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$49,652

Est. from NY median (4 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$12,063

Est. from national median (24 programs)

Analysis

Based on comparable electrical engineering technology programs in New York, SUNY Corning's graduates likely earn around $50,000 in their first year—which translates to a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.24 using the estimated $12,000 debt load. That's roughly a quarter of annual income, meaning a graduate could theoretically pay off their loans in about three months if they dedicated every dollar earned to debt (though reality is never that simple). Similar programs in the state show considerable range, from Monroe Community College's $51,000 to DeVry's $58,000, suggesting location and employer connections matter significantly in this field.

The challenge here is that these figures come from peer programs rather than SUNY Corning's actual outcomes, which the Department of Education couldn't publish due to small class sizes. What we can say is that the estimated earnings fall slightly below the national median of $55,000 for electrical engineering technology associate degrees, though the debt estimate is lower than the national median too. For families in the Southern Tier region where Corning Inc. maintains a significant presence, the local job market context matters as much as these statewide averages.

If your child can finish with debt near or below this $12,000 estimate and plans to stay in the region or pursue work with major employers like Corning, this represents a reasonable technical pathway. However, push the school for specific placement rates and employer relationships before committing—especially given the data gap.

Where SUNY Corning Community College Stands

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

Compare to Similar Programs in New York

Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians associates's programs at peer institutions in New York (36 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
SUNY Corning Community CollegeCorning	$5,966	$49,652*	—	$12,063*	—
DeVry College of New YorkNew York	$17,488	$58,056*	$52,465	$28,782*	0.50
Monroe Community CollegeRochester	$5,856	$51,245*	$48,732	$13,250*	0.26
Onondaga Community CollegeSyracuse	$6,042	$48,058*	$68,806	$10,787*	0.22
CUNY Bronx Community CollegeBronx	$5,206	$31,273*	$74,233	—*	—
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 SUNY Corning Community College, approximately 17% 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 NY. Actual outcomes may vary.