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Carnegie Mellon's electrical engineering technologies program costs $31,671 annually while University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown delivers the same career preparation for just $18,952. Pennsylvania's electrical engineering technicians earn around $69,200 regardless of their alma mater, creating strong value propositions at state schools. UPMC and Comcast rely heavily on skilled electrical technicians to maintain complex medical equipment and telecommunications infrastructure across the commonwealth.
5
Programs
$18,952 – $31,671
Net Price Range
$69,260
Avg. Program Earnings
68.0%
Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $18,952 $14,646 53.4% 97.4%
2 $24,791 $38,160 59.6% 82.1%
3 $26,084 $17,940 50.4%
4 $30,074 $21,524 84.3% 49.1%
5 $31,671 $63,829 92.5% 11.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the $12,719 cost difference between the cheapest and most expensive programs?

University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown offers the lowest net cost at $18,952 as a public institution with generous need-based aid. Carnegie Mellon commands $31,671 due to its private status and 92.5% graduation rate, though both lead to similar $69,200 earnings.

How do graduation rates vary among Pennsylvania's electrical engineering technology programs?

Carnegie Mellon achieves a 92.5% graduation rate while Penn College of Technology graduates 50.4% of students. University of Pittsburgh's main campus graduates 84.3% compared to 53.4% at the Johnstown branch, reflecting different student populations and support systems.

Does acceptance rate correlate with program cost in Pennsylvania?

The most selective program, Carnegie Mellon at 11.3% acceptance, costs $31,671 annually. University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown accepts 97.4% of applicants while charging just $18,952, making it accessible for students seeking affordable electrical technology training.

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