Electrical Engineering Technologies at Victoria College

Victoria, TX · Public · Associate Degree · Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians

a compact campus enrolling 2,385 students in Victoria, TX.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $63,908 at Victoria College come in 24% above the national median of $51,472 for Electrical Engineering Technologies programs.

Every dollar of tuition returns an estimated 159.4x in decade earnings — an exceptional ratio that places this among the highest-ROI Electrical Engineering Technologies programs nationally.

Some AI exposure exists in Electrical Engineering Technologies's career paths, with 41% of job tasks potentially affected. The pessimistic scenario still projects solid returns, with a 30% gap from the optimistic case.

Ranked #4 of 63 programs, Victoria College's Electrical Engineering Technologies program falls in the top 10%, outperforming most peers on financial outcomes.

Earnings grow from $63,908 to $88,784 over five years — a 39% increase that's moderate and in line with typical trade career progression.

Electrical Engineering Technologies offers 37 registered apprenticeship pathways — an unusually broad set of earn-while-you-learn alternatives to the classroom track.

71 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
65
Low End
71
Score
73
High End
Earnings $63,908/yr (24% vs median)
AI-Proof Moderate (59% shielded)
Job Market Medium (24,100 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$951K
8.6% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
166.7x
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)
$5,706
Out-of-state: $10,512
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$88,784
39% 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 is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for Electrical Engineering Technologies at Victoria College?
A score of 71/100 indicates strong financial outcomes. Victoria College's Electrical Engineering Technologies graduates fare well on earnings, job market size, and return on investment.
How vulnerable is Electrical Engineering Technologies to AI automation?
The 41% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.
Can I learn Electrical Engineering Technologies through an apprenticeship instead?
Yes — 37 registered apprenticeship programs are mapped to Electrical Engineering Technologies career paths, including Additive 3D Printing Technician. Apprenticeships offer paid on-the-job training as an alternative or complement to certificate programs.
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