by our College Data Analytics TeamIn 2020-2021, engineering technology was the 203rd most popular major nationwide with 4,500 degrees awarded. This represents a 9.9% increase in engineering tech degrees awarded over the prior year's total of 4,056.
Our 2023 Best Engineering Technology Schools ranking analyzes 64 of these schools to determine the best overall colleges for engineering technology students. Explore this or one of our many other custom engineering tech rankings further below.
A high school diploma or equivalent is typically required for most engineering tech degree programs and many students will need a minimum GPA and SAT/ACT score depending on the school. Once you obtain your degree, additional engineering tech certifications required to pursue a career in this field.
Engineering Technology degree levels vary. Engineering Technology programs offered by schools range from a to a , which is the highest engineering tech degree you can get. How long it takes to complete some common engineering tech degree levels is shown below.
| Degree | Credit Requirements | Typical Program Length |
|---|---|---|
| Associate Degree | 60-70 credits | 2 years |
| Bachelor’s Degree | 120 credits | 4 years |
| Master’s Degree | 50-70 credits | 1-3 years |
| Doctorate | Program required coursework including thesis or dissertation | At least 4 years |
As you might expect, salaries for engineering tech graduates vary depending on the level of education that was acquired.
One of 1 majors within the General Engineering Technology area of study, Engineering Technology has other similar majors worth exploring.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Applied Engineering Technologies | 176 |
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