Electrical Installation at Washburn Institute of Technology

Topeka, KS · Public · Certificate · Electrical and Power Transmission Installers

Washburn Institute of Technology accepts 41% of applicants, balancing access with selectivity, a smaller institution with 490 students in Topeka, KS.

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $37,254/yr, roughly in line with the $43,305 national median for Electrical Installation. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

With a 61.7x return on tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

Career paths for Electrical Installation carry above-average AI exposure (22% of tasks). The 32% scenario spread means the difference between optimistic and pessimistic outcomes is substantial.

With first-year pay of $37,254 far exceeding the $5,500 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

A #83 ranking among 214 Electrical Installation programs places Washburn Institute of Technology in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

A 42% earnings increase from $37,254 to $52,965 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

The 31 apprenticeship pathways connected to Electrical Installation reflect strong industry infrastructure for this trade. Apprenticeships typically lead to journeyman-level wages.

67 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
61
Low End
67
Score
67
High End
Earnings $37,254/yr (-14% vs median)
AI-Proof AI-Proof (78% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (230,700 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$571K
9.2% annual growth
Earnings Multiple
62.6x
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
$9,120
Median Debt at Graduation
$5,500
1.8 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$52,965
42% growth from Year 1

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Electrical Installation graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Electrical and electronics repairers, powerhouse, substation, and relay $100,940 +5.5% 66%
Electrical power-line installers and repairers $92,560 +6.6% 100%
Signal and track switch repairers $83,600 +1.7% 92%
Electrical and electronics repairers, powerhouse, substation, and relay
$100,940
+5.5% growth 66% AI-proof
Electrical power-line installers and repairers
$92,560
+6.6% growth 100% AI-proof
Signal and track switch repairers
$83,600
+1.7% growth 92% AI-proof

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Electrical Installation Career Guide

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for Electrical Installation at Washburn Institute of Technology?
This program scores 67/100, reflecting respectable but not exceptional financial outcomes for Electrical Installation graduates.
Will AI replace Electrical Installation jobs?
AI resilience is a strength here. Only 22% of Electrical Installation tasks overlap with AI capabilities, and 7 of 7 career paths remain viable even in our most conservative scenario.
What's the typical debt for Electrical Installation graduates from Washburn Institute of Technology?
At $5,500 in median debt, Electrical Installation graduates from Washburn Institute of Technology carry minimal financial burden. The debt-to-income ratio of 0.1x is well below the trade program average.
Should I consider an apprenticeship over a Electrical Installation program at Washburn Institute of Technology?
The DOL recognizes 31 apprenticeship pathways related to Electrical Installation. For students weighing Washburn Institute of Technology's program cost against alternatives, apprenticeships offer zero-tuition entry with paid employment from day one.
How many job openings are there for Electrical Installation graduates?
The very large job market (230,700 annual openings) works in favor of Electrical Installation graduates. The national outlook is driven by infrastructure investment and steady replacement demand as workers retire, though regional variation matters.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →