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Surveying Engineering Colleges Under $20,000

Programs with net price under $20,000. See our methodology.

Surveying Engineering programs show remarkable cost variation, with Wilberforce University offering a $7,349 net price while Michigan Technological University reaches $15,729 despite its 68.70% graduation rate. The field connects directly to America's infrastructure boom, as state transportation departments and private engineering firms actively recruit surveyors for highway projects, pipeline development, and urban planning initiatives. Public universities dominate this list, though acceptance rates range from North Carolina A&T's selective 56.39% to Fairmont State's open 98.49%, reflecting different institutional approaches to this specialized technical field.
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Programs
$7,349 – $18,045
Net Price Range
51.4%
Avg. Graduation Rate

8 Surveying Engineering Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $7,349 $14,776 16.0% 45.1%
2 $8,001 $4,879 64.3% 81.3%
3 $9,055 $8,454 48.3% 98.5%
4 $10,980 $6,748 55.3% 56.4%
5 $12,091 $8,173 54.3% 98.4%
6 $12,202 $13,630 47.9% 87.9%
7 $15,729 $18,392 68.7% 93.7%
8 $18,045 $12,606 56.4% 94.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the $8,380 cost gap between the most and least expensive programs?

Wilberforce University's private nonprofit status typically means higher sticker prices, yet its substantial financial aid brings net costs to $7,349. Michigan Tech's $15,729 reflects its research university model and specialized facilities, though its 68.70% graduation rate suggests strong program completion support.

How do graduation rates correlate with program selectivity?

North Carolina A&T combines moderate selectivity at 56.39% acceptance with a solid 55.30% graduation rate. Meanwhile, highly accessible programs like Fairmont State (98.49% acceptance) achieve 48.30% graduation rates, showing that open admission doesn't guarantee lower completion.

Where do public university costs create the best value propositions?

Florida Atlantic delivers strong value at $8,001 net cost with a strong 64.30% graduation rate. North Carolina A&T offers in-state students remarkable access at $6,748, while Michigan Tech provides research opportunities despite higher costs at $18,392 for residents.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.