Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians at Valencia College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Valencia College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Valencia College graduates earn $46k, placing them in the 52th percentile of all drafting/design engineering technologies/technicians associates programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Florida
Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians associates's programs at peer institutions in Florida (14 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valencia College | $45,701 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $45,434 | — | $13,250 | 0.29 |
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 Valencia College, approximately 39% 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 16 graduates with reported earnings and 16 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.