Electrical Engineering Technology at Huertas College

Caguas, PR · Private for-profit · Certificate · Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians

a smaller institution with 460 students in Caguas, PR.

Program Analysis

Huertas College's Electrical Engineering Technology graduates start at $20,904/yr, trailing the $51,472 national average by 59%. The program's value hinges on affordability.

With a 38.5x return on tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

Career paths for Electrical Engineering Technology carry above-average AI exposure (41% of tasks). The 37% scenario spread means the difference between optimistic and pessimistic outcomes is substantial.

A #60 ranking among 63 Electrical Engineering Technology programs places Huertas College in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The $20,904-to-$31,576 earnings arc over five years reflects a 51% gain — well above average career growth for trade school graduates.

The 37 apprenticeship pathways connected to Electrical Engineering Technology reflect strong industry infrastructure for this trade. Apprenticeships typically lead to journeyman-level wages.

37 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
30
Low End
37
Score
39
High End
Earnings $20,904/yr (-59% vs median)
AI-Proof Moderate (59% shielded)
Job Market Medium (24,100 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$347K
10.9% annual growth
Earnings Multiple
40.8x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
9 of 9
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Program Tuition
$8,520
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$31,576
51% growth from Year 1

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Electrical Engineering Technology graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Electrical and electronics repairers, powerhouse, substation, and relay $100,940 +5.5% 66%
Aerospace engineering and operations technologists and technicians $79,830 +8.1% 68%
Engineering technologists and technicians, except drafters, all other $77,390 +1.5% 76%
Electrical and electronics repairers, powerhouse, substation, and relay
$100,940
+5.5% growth 66% AI-proof
Aerospace engineering and operations technologists and technicians
$79,830
+8.1% growth 68% AI-proof
Engineering technologists and technicians, except drafters, all other
$77,390
+1.5% growth 76% AI-proof

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Electrical Engineering Technology Career Guide

What can you do with a Electrical Engineering Technology credential from Huertas College? Our career guide maps every occupation path with earnings and growth data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Huertas College's Electrical Engineering Technology program score?
This program scores 37/100 — on the lower end for Electrical Engineering Technology. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
Will AI affect Electrical Engineering Technology careers?
AI exposure of 41% is a real factor. For Huertas College specifically, the gap between optimistic ($347,239) and pessimistic ($218,701) decade earnings reflects that uncertainty.
Why are Electrical Engineering Technology earnings lower at Huertas College?
First-year earnings trail the national median, but starting salary isn't the full picture. Regional cost of living, career trajectory, and tuition cost all factor in. Check the five-year earnings data when available.
Should I consider an apprenticeship over a Electrical Engineering Technology program at Huertas College?
The DOL recognizes 37 apprenticeship pathways related to Electrical Engineering Technology. For students weighing Huertas College's program cost against alternatives, apprenticeships offer zero-tuition entry with paid employment from day one.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →