Electrical Engineering Technologies at Onondaga Community College

Syracuse, NY · Public · Associate Degree · Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians

a smaller institution with 4,349 students in Syracuse, NY.

Program Analysis

At $48,058/yr, Electrical Engineering Technologies graduates from Onondaga Community College land near the $51,472 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

The 41.6x earnings multiple means ten-year projected earnings exceed tuition cost by an order of magnitude. Trade programs often deliver strong ratios, and this one is a standout.

AI risk is moderate — 41% task exposure — and the 0% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Electrical Engineering Technologies graduates.

The median debt load of $9,500 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios in vocational education.

At #36 out of 63 programs, Onondaga Community College's financial outcomes for Electrical Engineering Technologies trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

With 37 registered apprenticeships mapped to Electrical Engineering Technologies, graduates have substantial options for hands-on training paths that pay from day one.

54 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
51
Low End
54
Score
56
High End
Earnings $48,058/yr (-7% vs median)
AI-Proof Moderate (59% shielded)
Job Market Medium (24,100 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$503K
1.0% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
41.6x
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 (In-State)
$12,084
Out-of-state: $22,664
Median Debt at Graduation
$9,500
2.4 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (4 Year)
$68,806
43% growth from Year 1

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Electrical Engineering Technologies 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

View all 9 career paths with full salary data →

About Electrical Engineering Technologies Careers

Your career could begin in a research lab, using multimeters and soldering irons to build and test prototypes for new electronics. Alternatively, you might find yourself working on the power grid, maintaining the high-voltage circuit breakers and relays in substations that power our communities. Initially, you'll work under supervision, following schematics and running diagnostic tests. As you gain experience, you’ll transition to troubleshooting complex systems independently, eventually becoming a senior technician or a specialist in a high-demand field.

Read the full Electrical Engineering Technologies career guide →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 54/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Electrical Engineering Technologies at Onondaga Community College?
This program scores 54/100 — a respectable number in isolation, but it ranks in the bottom half of Electrical Engineering Technologies programs nationally. The field is competitive, and stronger options exist.
How vulnerable is Electrical Engineering Technologies to AI automation?
With 41% of typical job tasks exposed to AI, this is one of the higher-risk fields. Our pessimistic scenario projects $502,793 in decade earnings vs $502,793 in the optimistic case — a meaningful gap.
How affordable is Electrical Engineering Technologies at Onondaga Community College?
At $9,500 in median debt, Electrical Engineering Technologies graduates from Onondaga Community College carry minimal financial burden. The debt-to-income ratio of 0.2x is well below the trade program average.
What apprenticeship pathways exist for Electrical Engineering Technologies graduates?
Electrical Engineering Technologies connects to 37 apprenticeship pathways. These DOL-registered programs combine structured training with paid employment — a strong alternative for students who prefer hands-on learning over classroom instruction.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →