by our College Data Analytics Team
[Construction Trades](/majors/construction-trades/) is a field worth comparing on the balance of cost and outcomes. A high-value program keeps cost low while graduates go on to earn well.
For its 2027 best-value ranking, College Factual looked at 4 schools to find the best return on investment for construction trades students.
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If you want to know which schools deliver the best value for the construction trades degrees they offer, see the list below.
Our analysis ranked Ogden Weber Technical College the best value for a degree in construction trades in Utah. Set in the city of Ogden, Ogden Weber Technical College is a moderately-sized public institution. Typical student debt for construction trades graduates is $8,833. Construction Trades graduates of Ogden Weber Technical College earn a median of $57,750 early in their careers. Set against $8,833 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff.
Bridgerland Technical College is a great value for students pursuing a degree in construction trades, landing the #2 spot this year. Set in the city of Logan, Bridgerland Technical College is a mid-sized public institution. Construction Trades graduates carry a median of $12,000 in student loans. Soon after graduation, construction trades degree recipients from Bridgerland Technical College generally make around $28,884. Set against $12,000 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff.
Students looking for strong value in construction trades will find it at Salt Lake Community College, which ranked #3. Located in the suburb of Salt Lake City, Salt Lake Community College is a very large public university. Students from in state pay about $4,426 in tuition and fees, with out-of-state students paying around $14,244. Students borrow a median of $10,855 to complete the construction trades program here. Early-career construction trades graduates make about $42,031. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value.
Davis Technical College is a great value for students pursuing a degree in construction trades, landing the #4 spot this year. Set in the suburb of Kaysville, Davis Technical College is a moderately-sized public institution. Typical student debt for construction trades graduates is $6,262. Soon after graduation, construction trades degree recipients from Davis Technical College generally make around $34,093. Set against $6,262 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff.
This ranking is produced by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2027 edition. Schools are scored on the balance of cost (tuition and student debt) against student outcomes (post-graduation earnings) — a measure of return on investment, drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).
Ranking method: College Major Best Value · 4 schools evaluated.
*Averages shown above reflect the top 4 ranked schools only.
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