Construction Engineering Technologies at University of North Florida

University of North Florida's construction engineering technology program produces graduates who earn above-average starting salaries while carrying manageable debt—a straightforward value proposition for a practical career path. First-year graduates earn $75,407, placing them in the 60th percentile among Florida's six programs in this field and above both the state ($73,602) and national ($72,240) medians. The $22,364 median debt translates to a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.30, meaning graduates owe roughly four months of salary—well within the comfort zone for technical degrees.

What distinguishes this from the state's top program (University of Florida at $79,410) is modest but not dramatic. More importantly, earnings continue climbing to $80,497 by year four, suggesting graduates build expertise and advance in construction management roles rather than hitting a ceiling. The moderate sample size indicates a consistently-sized program rather than a pilot effort.

For families seeking a bachelor's degree that leads directly to well-paying construction industry work without excessive debt, this program delivers on its core promise. At UNF's more accessible admission standards compared to flagship universities, it represents a practical pathway into an industry where experience and credentials both matter.