Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology ★ Hidden gem
Lancaster, Pennsylvania · Public · 1,446 undergraduates
All 15 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical Pennsylvania high-school graduate (about $36,498/yr). Another 8 programs did not have enough data to judge.
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $10,981 |
| $30k to $48k | $11,230 |
| $48k to $75k | $13,176 |
| $75k to $110k | $16,504 |
| $110k and up | $18,359 |
| All families (average) | $14,104 |
Net price is the yearly cost after grants and scholarships, by family income (College Scorecard). Credit: TuitionTracker.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Associate's Degree | $68,071 | +$31,573 | clears the bar | $12,000 | 0.4 yrs |
| Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate's Degree | $80,864 | +$44,366 | clears the bar | $10,966 | 0.2 yrs |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate's Degree | $61,610 | +$25,112 | clears the bar | $8,977 | 0.4 yrs |
| Carpenters | Associate's Degree | $46,433 | +$9,935 | clears the bar | $7,231 | 0.7 yrs |
| Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering | Associate's Degree | $61,297 | +$24,799 | clears the bar | n/a | n/a |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate's Degree | $54,752 | +$18,254 | clears the bar | $10,610 | 0.6 yrs |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $49,837 | +$13,339 | clears the bar | $5,500 | 0.4 yrs |
| Architectural Sciences and Technology | Associate's Degree | $55,812 | +$19,314 | clears the bar | n/a | n/a |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians | Associate's Degree | $54,615 | +$18,117 | clears the bar | $11,940 | 0.7 yrs |
| Computer Engineering | Associate's Degree | $48,257 | +$11,759 | clears the bar | n/a | n/a |
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other | Associate's Degree | $57,859 | +$21,361 | clears the bar | $8,903 | 0.4 yrs |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate's Degree | $51,477 | +$14,979 | clears the bar | n/a | n/a |
| Graphic Communications | Associate's Degree | $40,117 | +$3,619 | clears the bar | $8,000 | 2.2 yrs |
| Woodworking | Associate's Degree | $47,571 | +$11,073 | clears the bar | $9,373 | 0.8 yrs |
| Mason/Masonry | Associate's Degree | $42,956 | +$6,458 | clears the bar | n/a | n/a |
Access and outcomes: 43% of students receive Pell grants · 71% complete their program.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.