by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual reviewed 16 schools in the Middle Atlantic Region to determine which ones were the best for associate degree seekers in the field of construction trades. When you put them all together, these colleges and universities awarded 1,190 associate degrees in construction trades during the 2020-2021 academic year.
What's on this page: * Our Methodology
The construction trades associate degree program you select can have a big impact on your future. Important measures of a quality construction trades program can vary widely even among the top schools. When choosing a school we recommend considering some of the following factors:
A school that excels in educating for a particular major and degree level must be a great school overall as well. To take this into account we consider a school's overall Best Colleges ranking which itself looks at a host of different factors like degree completion, educational resources, student body caliber and post-graduation earnings for the school as a whole.
One measure we use to determine the quality of a school is to look at the average salary of associate graduates during the early years of their career. This is because one of the main reasons people pursue their associate degree is to enable themselves to find better-paying positions.
The metrics below are just some of the other metrics that we use to determine our rankings.
Our full ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best colleges for construction trades students working on their associate degree.
The construction trades school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best Construction Trades Associate Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region.
Below you'll see a list of the best colleges and universities for pursuing an associate degree in construction trades.
Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology is a great choice for individuals pursuing an associate degree in construction trades. Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology is a small public college located in the city of Lancaster.More information about a associate in construction trades from Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology
It's hard to beat Pennsylvania College of Technology if you wish to pursue an associate degree in construction trades. Located in the city of Williamsport, Penn College is a public college with a small student population.More information about a associate in construction trades from Pennsylvania College of Technology
Any student who is interested in an associate degree in construction trades needs to look into Hudson Valley Community College. Located in the city of Troy, HVCC is a public college with a moderately-sized student population.More information about a associate in construction trades from Hudson Valley Community College
Raritan Valley Community College is a good choice for individuals interested in an associate degree in construction trades. RVCC is a medium-sized public college located in the rural area of Branchburg.More information about a associate in construction trades from Raritan Valley Community College
Located in the rural area of Lincroft, Brookdale Community College is a public college with a moderately-sized student population.More information about a associate in construction trades from Brookdale Community College
Erie Community College is a medium-sized public college located in the large city of Buffalo.More information about a associate in construction trades from Erie Community College
Located in the town of Alfred, Alfred State is a public college with a small student population.More information about a associate in construction trades from Alfred State College
RACC is a small public college located in the small city of Reading.More information about a associate in construction trades from Reading Area Community College
Pennsylvania Highlands is a small public college located in the small suburb of Johnstown.More information about a associate in construction trades from Pennsylvania Highlands Community College
Rosedale Technical College is a small private not-for-profit college located in the large suburb of Pittsburgh.More information about a associate in construction trades from Rosedale Technical College
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Explore the best construction trades schools for a specific state in the Middle Atlantic Region .
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 36 | 747 |
| New York | 36 | 321 |
| New Jersey | 35 | 44 |
| Maryland | 33 | 54 |
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Electrical & Power Transmission Installers | 795 |
| Building Management & Inspection | 223 |
| Carpentry | 134 |
| Masonry | 24 |
| Plumbing & Water Supply | 14 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Mechanic & Repair Technologies | 1,871 |
| Personal & Culinary Services | 1,792 |
| Precision Production | 573 |
| Transportation & Materials Moving | 188 |
