Best Value Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians Colleges in New York

Computer Engineering Technologies programs in New York showcase extreme value disparities, with CUNY New York City College of Technology offering the nation's most affordable pathway at just $4,783 net cost while Rensselaer graduates command $88,933 median earnings. The state's tech sector demands skilled technicians across Wall Street trading systems, media production networks, and emerging fintech startups. Public options cluster around $9,000-$14,000 annually, making technical education accessible in a state where computer engineering technicians support everything from broadcast infrastructure to financial algorithms.

Programs

$4,783 – $34,530

Net Price Range

$55,627

Avg. Program Earnings

53.7%

Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	Program Earnings	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	CUNY New York City College of Technology Brooklyn, New York	$4,783	$39,369	$7,332	19.4%	81.8%
2	Farmingdale State College Farmingdale, New York	$9,173	$40,485	$8,576	57.1%	73.2%
3	SUNY Polytechnic Institute Utica, New York	$13,882	$50,856	$8,578	59.2%	81.7%
4	SUNY College of Technology at Alfred Alfred, New York	$14,488	$47,260	$8,862	52.7%	81.7%
5	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, New York	$33,139	$88,933	$61,884	83.2%	64.5%
6	Rochester Institute of Technology Rochester, New York	$29,694	$64,990	$57,016	70.8%	67.2%
7	DeVry College of New York New York, New York	$34,530	$57,499	$17,488	33.3%	26.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the $29,000 cost difference between the cheapest and most expensive programs?

CUNY New York City College of Technology costs $4,783 net compared to DeVry's $34,530, primarily due to public funding and TAP grant eligibility. Public institutions receive state subsidies that private colleges lack, while for-profit schools often carry premium pricing models despite lower graduation rates.

How do graduation rates correlate with program costs in New York?

Higher-cost programs generally show better completion rates, with Rensselaer achieving 83.2% graduation versus CUNY NYC College of Technology's 19.4%. However, mid-tier public schools like SUNY Polytechnic balance affordability with solid 59.2% completion rates at $13,882 net cost.

Is the earnings potential worth attending expensive private programs?

Rensselaer graduates earn $88,933 median salary, nearly double most public program outcomes, but carry $23,582 debt versus $11,320 at CUNY. The $40,000+ earnings premium can justify higher costs for students targeting senior technical roles in finance or aerospace.

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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.