Mechatronics & Robotics at Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology

Lancaster, PA · Public · Associate Degree · Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering

A 53% admission rate makes Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology accessible to a wide range of qualified students, with a smaller student body of 1,449 in Lancaster, PA.

Program Analysis

Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology's Mechatronics & Robotics program produces graduates earning $47,508/yr — within striking distance of the $55,781 national average for this trade.

With a 27.5x return on tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 0% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Mechatronics & Robotics career paths face changes, but the trade's physical demands provide a buffer.

Mechatronics & Robotics is offered at just 2 schools in our analysis. Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology's #2 ranking should be read in that context.

51 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
47
Low End
51
Score
53
High End
Earnings $47,508/yr (-15% vs median)
AI-Proof Moderate (54% shielded)
Job Market Medium (27,900 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$497K
1.0% annual growth
Earnings Multiple
27.5x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
3 of 3
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

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

Program Tuition
$18,100

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Mechatronics & Robotics graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Architectural and engineering managers $167,740 +3.8% 59%
Engineers, all other $117,750 +2.1% 54%
Engineering teachers, postsecondary $106,120 +8.1% 50%
Architectural and engineering managers
$167,740
+3.8% growth 59% AI-proof
Engineers, all other
$117,750
+2.1% growth 54% AI-proof
Engineering teachers, postsecondary
$106,120
+8.1% growth 50% AI-proof

Mechatronics & Robotics Career Guide

See the full career breakdown for Mechatronics & Robotics — job titles, salary ranges, and growth projections for graduates from Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology and 1 other schools.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for Mechatronics & Robotics at Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology?
A score of 51/100 reflects decent absolute metrics, but Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology trails the majority of Mechatronics & Robotics programs on relative rankings. Context matters more than the raw number.
What's the AI risk for Mechatronics & Robotics graduates from Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology?
The 46% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.
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