Construction Management at Weber State University

Weber State's construction management associate's program reports earnings that absolutely blow away the national picture—$86,152 versus a $53,062 national median—but there's an important asterisk here. With fewer than 30 graduates tracked, these numbers could shift significantly with a larger sample. That said, the data we have shows graduates earning 62% more than typical construction management associate's holders nationwide, with a debt load slightly below the national median. The 0.21 debt-to-earnings ratio means graduates owe roughly two and a half months of salary, which is excellent by any standard.

The state comparison is less useful here since only two Utah schools offer this associate's degree, but it's worth noting that construction trades in Utah's booming Mountain West economy can command premium wages. The real question is whether these earnings reflect the program itself or simply Utah's construction market paired with a handful of particularly successful graduates. The relatively low Pell grant percentage (16%) might suggest this program serves students with existing industry connections or resources.

For parents considering this path: if your student is serious about construction management and wants to enter the workforce quickly, this program's combination of low debt and strong reported earnings makes it worth investigating further. Just recognize that with such a small graduate cohort, you'll want to dig deeper during campus visits—talk to employers, check job placement rates, and understand whether these earnings reflect typical outcomes or outliers.