Best Colleges for Construction Management

Construction management graduates earn an average of $64,579 annually, making this field an attractive option for students interested in building and infrastructure development. With 52 schools offering this specialized program, prospective students have numerous options to consider.

When evaluating construction management programs, students should prioritize hands-on experience through internships and laboratory work, as well as industry partnerships that provide real-world exposure. Look for curricula covering project management, cost estimation, building codes, and safety regulations. Strong programs typically feature faculty with professional construction experience and maintain connections with local contractors and development firms. Accreditation from organizations like ACCE (American Council for Construction Education) ensures programs meet industry standards and prepare graduates for immediate entry into the construction workforce.

Schools Ranked

$69,786

Avg. Program Earnings

63.1%

Avg. Graduation Rate

Top 25 Schools

College rankings
#	School	Median Earnings	Graduation Rate	School Type
1	California State University-Chico Chico, California	$83,091	63.6%	public
2	California State University-East Bay Hayward, California	$80,309	45.5%	public
3	Pratt Institute-Main Brooklyn, New York	$78,343	72.7%	private-nonprofit
4	University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis, Minnesota	$75,204	84.8%	public
5	Boise State University Boise, Idaho	$72,274	61.9%	public
6	University of Alaska Anchorage Anchorage, Alaska	$72,274	28.9%	public
7	Central Washington University Ellensburg, Washington	$71,168	49.9%	public
8	Arizona State University Campus Immersion Tempe, Arizona	$70,829	67.8%	public
9	Washington State University Pullman, Washington	$69,691	61.6%	public
10	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, Oklahoma	$69,338	75.3%	public
11	Drexel University Philadelphia, Pennsylvania	$69,338	77.1%	private-nonprofit
12	Wentworth Institute of Technology Boston, Massachusetts	$68,821	68.6%	private-nonprofit
13	Roger Williams University Bristol, Rhode Island	$68,618	66.6%	private-nonprofit
14	Northern Arizona University Flagstaff, Arizona	$68,219	56.9%	public
15	Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg, Virginia	$67,995	86.3%	public
16	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, Louisiana	$67,101	71.0%	public
17	Illinois State University Normal, Illinois	$67,101	66.3%	public
18	Pittsburg State University Pittsburg, Kansas	$66,941	57.6%	public
19	Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro, Tennessee	$66,541	54.0%	public
20	University of Central Missouri Warrensburg, Missouri	$65,573	49.4%	public
21	John Brown University Siloam Springs, Arkansas	$65,517	66.8%	private-nonprofit
22	Everglades University Boca Raton, Florida	$65,387	57.8%	private-nonprofit
23	Central Connecticut State University New Britain, Connecticut	$65,131	49.3%	public
24	Brigham Young University Provo, Utah	$64,990	82.2%	private-nonprofit
25	Minnesota State University Moorhead Moorhead, Minnesota	$64,865	54.6%	public