Location: Lowell, MA•In-State Tuition: $16,570•Out-of-State Tuition: $35,396•Admission Rate: 85%•Avg SAT: 1253
Est. Earnings (1yr)
$67,395
Est. from national median (46 programs)
Est. Median Debt
$26,220
Est. from national median (21 programs)

Analysis

Electrical engineering technology programs at peer institutions nationally suggest first-year earnings around $67,400, which would position UMass Lowell graduates above the state median for this field. With an estimated debt load of $26,200—slightly below the national benchmark for similar programs—the financial picture looks reasonable for an in-demand technical bachelor's degree. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.39 means graduates would owe roughly five months' salary, a manageable starting point for an engineering career trajectory.

What complicates the assessment is that we're working entirely with estimates here, derived from national peer programs rather than UMass Lowell's actual graduate outcomes. The school has a strong engineering reputation in Massachusetts, and their 85% admission rate suggests accessibility without sacrificing rigor (the 1253 average SAT indicates solid student preparation). However, without school-specific data, it's impossible to know whether UMass Lowell's particular curriculum, co-op opportunities, and employer connections produce results above or below these national averages.

The estimated numbers suggest a defensible investment—engineering technology degrees typically lead to stable employment with room for salary growth—but your child should investigate the program's specific industry partnerships and job placement support. Talk directly with faculty about where recent graduates have landed and whether those outcomes align with what comparable programs nationally deliver.

Where University of Massachusetts-Lowell Stands

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

University of Massachusetts-Lowell (estimated ±10%)Other electrical engineering technologies/technicians programs

Dashed lines show national medians. Upper-left = best value.

Compare to Similar Programs in Massachusetts

Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (5 total in state)

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)*Earnings (4yr)Median Debt*Debt/Earnings
University of Massachusetts-LowellLowell$16,570$67,395*—$26,220*—
Wentworth Institute of TechnologyBoston$41,010$62,947*——*—
National Median—$67,395*—$27,558*0.41
* 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 University of Massachusetts-Lowell, approximately 27% 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 national median of 46 similar programs. Actual outcomes may vary.