Construction Engineering Technologies at Western Carolina University

Master's Degree

Location: Cullowhee, NC•In-State Tuition: $4,532•Out-of-State Tuition: $8,532•Admission Rate: 87%•Avg SAT: 1151
Median Earnings (1yr)
$87,408
5th percentile
Sample Size
18
Limited data

Earnings Distribution

How Western Carolina University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Western Carolina University graduates earn $87k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all construction engineering technologies masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in North Carolina

Construction Engineering Technologies masters's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (2 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Western Carolina University$87,408———
National Median$88,436———

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 Western Carolina University, approximately 33% 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.