Cheapest Construction Engineering Technologies Colleges in Florida

Seminole State College delivers the state's most affordable Construction Engineering Technologies education at just $3,119 net cost, while University of Florida graduates earn $71,644 annually despite charging only $6,351. This dramatic cost-to-earnings ratio reflects Florida's booming construction sector, which benefits from year-round building seasons and major infrastructure projects like airport expansions and hurricane-resistant developments. Public programs dominate the field, with five of six schools offering in-state tuition under $7,000.

Programs

$3,119 – $35,300

Net Price Range

$66,387

Avg. Program Earnings

65.5%

Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Construction Engineering Technologies Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Seminole State College of Florida Sanford, Florida	$3,119	$3,227	42.0%
2	University of Florida Gainesville, Florida	$6,351	$6,381	91.5%	23.4%
3	Florida International University Miami, Florida	$9,133	$6,565	73.9%	63.9%
4	University of North Florida Jacksonville, Florida	$10,353	$6,389	68.2%	70.5%
5	Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Tallahassee, Florida	$15,847	$5,785	51.9%	32.9%
6	Florida Institute of Technology Melbourne, Florida	$35,300	$44,360	65.5%	64.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the massive cost difference between cheapest and most expensive programs?

Florida Institute of Technology charges $35,300 compared to Seminole State's $3,119, creating a gap of over $32,000 annually. This reflects the difference between community college associate degrees and university bachelor's programs, though both prepare students for construction technology careers.

How do graduation rates vary among the most affordable options?

University of Florida leads with a 91.5% graduation rate despite charging just $6,351 net cost. Seminole State College has a 42% rate, typical for community colleges where students often transfer before completing degrees or enter the workforce early.

Does attending the cheapest program limit earning potential?

Not necessarily, as University of Florida graduates earn $71,644 while paying only $6,351 in net costs. However, Florida A&M graduates earn $61,814 despite higher program costs, showing that school selection impacts both expenses and income outcomes.

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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.