Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians
Undergraduate certificate · Porter & Chester Institute · Bridgeport, CT
How this program compares
Graduates of the undergraduate certificate program in Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians at Porter & Chester Institute earn a median of $40,650 one year after completing the program. Nationally, undergraduate certificate graduates in this field earn a median of $53,359 four years after graduating (middle half: $35,073–$68,539). Median debt is $13,880, about 34% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians graduates from Porter & Chester Institute make?
The median salary is $40,650 one year after graduation and $50,674 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $13,880.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.