Engineering, General
Associate's degree · Elgin Community College · Elgin, IL
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
$46,125Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
29Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Engineering, General at Elgin Community College earn a median of $46,125. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $72,916 four years after graduating (middle half: $52,003–$88,560).
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$39,939
Frequently asked questions
How much do Engineering, General graduates from Elgin Community College make?
The median salary is $46,125 and $46,125 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.