Best Schools for Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians

Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians graduates earn a median of $69,046 within four years of graduating, ranking #74 out of 283 tracked majors — 10% above the median across all fields. There are 6 colleges nationwide with tracked earnings for this major, producing 134 recent graduates.

Where you study matters: The University of Findlay graduates earn $94,131 while University of Puerto Rico-Aguadilla graduates earn $29,899 — a $64,232 difference. Factors like location, employer networks, co-op programs, and curriculum focus drive this gap. Across all fields, though, which major you pick separates earnings more than which college does.

Schools

$69,046

Avg. 2yr Earnings

#74

of 283 Majors

134

Graduates

Public vs Private: Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians

Public (3 schools)

$55,449

avg. 2yr earnings

Private (3 schools)

$89,443

avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $33,994 more in early earnings on average for Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians graduates. Factor in tuition difference to calculate which offers better ROI.

Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians by State

Top Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians Schools by Graduate Earnings

The University of Findlay

Findlay, OH · Private

$94,131

4yr Earnings

29 grads · small sample

2yr: $65,053 (17)

1yr: $67,531 (22)

Acceptance: 86.3%

Rochester Institute of Technology

Rochester, NY · Private

$84,755

4yr Earnings

16 grads · small sample

2yr: $50,856 (12)

1yr: $55,258 (21)

Acceptance: 71.4%

Appalachian State University

Boone, NC · Public

North Carolina State University at Raleigh

Raleigh, NC · Public

$66,491

4yr Earnings

30 grads · small sample

2yr: $46,478 (26)

1yr: $40,350 (38)

Acceptance: 39.9%

University of Puerto Rico-Aguadilla

Aguadilla, PR · Public

$29,899

4yr Earnings

29 grads · small sample

Acceptance: 81.7%

Methodist University

Fayetteville, NC · Private

$39,369

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 75.2%

Majors with Similar Earnings

Science, Technology and Society $52,496 Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering $52,237 Educational/Instructional Media Design $52,099 Real Estate $50,946 Finance and Financial Management Services $50,463 Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications $49,941

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians?

The University of Findlay ranks #1 for Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians with median graduate earnings of $94,131 within four years of graduating. There are 6 schools nationwide offering this major with tracked earnings data.

How much do Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians graduates earn?

Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians graduates earn an average of $69,046 within four years of graduating. This is near the median across all majors. Earnings range from $29,899 to $94,131 depending on the school.

How hard is it to get into a top Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians program?

The average acceptance rate across Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians programs is 73.9%. The most selective program is at North Carolina State University at Raleigh with a 39.9% acceptance rate. Competitive programs value strong math/analytical skills and relevant coursework.

Is a public or private school better for Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians?

Private Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians programs average $89,443 in early earnings vs $55,449 at public schools. Private schools lead in earnings, but cost significantly more — calculate net price before deciding.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings are median 2 years after graduation for bachelor's degree holders, from the field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release — Scorecard publishes the two separately.

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