Electromechanical Technology at Ranken Technical College

Saint Louis, MO · Private nonprofit · Associate Degree · Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians

with a smaller student body of 1,695 in Saint Louis, MO.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $61,225 at Ranken Technical College come in 9% above the national median of $56,358 for Electromechanical Technology programs.

Every dollar of tuition returns an estimated 21.4x in decade earnings — an exceptional ratio that places this among the highest-ROI Electromechanical Technology programs nationally.

Some AI exposure exists in Electromechanical Technology's career paths, with 34% of job tasks potentially affected. The pessimistic scenario still projects solid returns, with a 16% gap from the optimistic case.

With first-year pay of $61,225 far exceeding the $12,000 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

Ranked #61 of 77 Electromechanical Technology programs, Ranken Technical College falls below the median. Stronger options exist, though cost and location may compensate.

Earnings grow from $61,225 to $74,124 over five years — a 21% increase that's moderate and in line with typical trade career progression.

Electromechanical Technology offers 32 registered apprenticeship pathways — an unusually broad set of earn-while-you-learn alternatives to the classroom track.

52 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
48
Low End
52
Score
53
High End
Earnings $61,225/yr (9% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (66% shielded)
Job Market Medium (26,800 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$766K
4.9% annual growth
Earnings Multiple
21.9x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
7 of 7
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

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

Program Tuition
$34,980
Median Debt at Graduation
$12,000
2.4 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$74,124
21% growth from Year 1

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Electromechanical Technology graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Engineering technologists and technicians, except drafters, all other $77,390 +1.5% 76%
Electrical and electronic engineering technologists and technicians $77,180 +0.6% 59%
Electrical and electronics drafters $73,720 -5.6% 43%
Engineering technologists and technicians, except drafters, all other
$77,390
+1.5% growth 76% AI-proof
Electrical and electronic engineering technologists and technicians
$77,180
+0.6% growth 59% AI-proof
Electrical and electronics drafters
$73,720
-5.6% growth 43% AI-proof

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Electromechanical Technology Career Guide

From day-one roles to senior positions, Electromechanical Technology careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering engineering & technology.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Ranken Technical College's Electromechanical Technology program score?
This program scores 52/100 — a respectable number in isolation, but it ranks in the bottom half of Electromechanical Technology programs nationally. The field is competitive, and stronger options exist.
How affordable is Electromechanical Technology at Ranken Technical College?
At $12,000 in median debt, Electromechanical Technology graduates from Ranken Technical College carry minimal financial burden. The debt-to-income ratio of 0.2x is well below the trade program average.
Are there apprenticeship options for Electromechanical Technology?
Yes — 32 registered apprenticeship programs are mapped to Electromechanical Technology career paths, including Additive 3D Printing Technician. Apprenticeships offer paid on-the-job training as an alternative or complement to a program at Ranken Technical College.
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