### SUMMARY

 Choosing to study Construction Management is not only a valuable choice, but typically an obligatory first step for undergrads trying to pursue a career as an estates manager, an estimator, or a building services engineer. Interestingly, construction management is a fairly common choice being the 124th most popular major. In the last year, there were 2,576 construction management graduates. In-state tuition for construction management at private universities is, on average, 2.6 times more spendy than their public fellows.

 With only 76 schools having programs for construction management you may have a more finite list of the institutions you can choose from. If you're looking to immerse yourself with other construction management students, consider institutions in Louisiana which have more undergraduates admitted to construction management than any other state. More generally, the best region to major in construction management is in the Southeast region with [Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College](/colleges/louisiana-state-university-and-agricultural-mechanical-college), [Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University](/colleges/virginia-polytechnic-institute-and-state-university), and [Everglades University](/colleges/everglades-university) best representing the region. Interestingly, our selection for the best conference to study construction management is the Southeastern Conference with [Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College](/colleges/louisiana-state-university-and-agricultural-mechanical-college) representing the conference. That said, our belief is that the best university for construction management is [California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo](/colleges/california-polytechnic-state-university-san-luis-obispo), and here you can find our comprehensive list for the [best colleges](/rankings/best-colleges).

 The 'best' school is not necessarily the best school for every student. There might be a bunch more factors to consider when selecting institution. Things such as campus amenities, transportation services, and food might definitely impact your inclinations on which school to attend. Here at authority.org, we've weighed the pros and cons for you. If, for example, you want to know which construction management college boasts the top campus, the winner is [Arizona State University-Tempe](/colleges/arizona-state-university-tempe). If you are very interested in which college has the top campus, we have an entire list [dedicated to that](/rankings/best-college-campuses). We have carefully pored through professor reviews, government databases, student reviews, and more so we can compare each major in an unbiased and informative way. Here you can explore our well researched list for the colleges with the [best student life](/rankings/best-student-life)&nbspand from that list, our choice for the university with the best student life for construction management is [Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University](/colleges/virginia-polytechnic-institute-and-state-university). Are you curious why? Keep scrolling to learn more about our top recommendations. Many of our conclusions will probably shock you.

 If price is a significant deciding factor in your decision on where to go to college, you might be cautious about [Drexel University](/colleges/drexel-university). [Drexel University](/colleges/drexel-university)&nbspis the most expensive college for construction management, at least regarding out of state students. We have a page for the [most expensive](/rankings/most-expensive-colleges)&nbspschools that could put the expense of [Drexel University](/colleges/drexel-university)&nbspinto perspective. For more context, you may be interested to know that construction management is the 340th most expensive program in the nation, with an average associated cost of $20,100. On a broader scale, the most costly state for construction management nationally is South Carolina demonstrated with a tuition of $37,110 at the main college in the state Clemson University. Even more broadly, the most costly region of the country for construction management is the New England region which is best demonstrated with [Wentworth Institute of Technology](/colleges/wentworth-institute-of-technology) with a cost of $34,970, [Roger Williams University](/colleges/roger-williams-university) with a cost of $32,789, and [Norwich University](/colleges/norwich-university) with a cost of $39,234.

 Our cheapest region for construction management is the Rocky Mountains region which is represented by [Brigham Young University-Idaho](/colleges/brigham-young-university-idaho) with a cost of $4,208, [Brigham Young University-Provo](/colleges/brigham-young-university-provo) with a cost of $5,790, and [Weber State University](/colleges/weber-state-university) with a cost of $14,973. In better news, the most affordable college for construction management is [Brigham Young University-Provo](/colleges/brigham-young-university-provo). Our full list of the most affordable universities can be found [here](/rankings/most-affordable-colleges).

 In-state students can anticipate paying in the neighborhood of $10,300 for a degree in construction management. That cost inflates significantly to a median of $22,300 for the out-of-state public-school student. As such, you might be interested in our selection for the college with the best value for construction management: [Drexel University](/colleges/drexel-university). Here you will see our comprehensive list about the colleges we believe to be the [best value](/rankings/best-value-colleges)&nbspin general. That being said, this discussion is based on out-of-state tuition costs. The value proposition changes when in-state tuition is considered, but as we do not know what state(s) you might qualify for in-state tuition, we are approaching this discussion through out-of-state tuition costs.

 Earnings for construction management students vary a lot, but within two-years of finishing the degree students will often make around $72,100. While there can be much variation in pay; highest paid earners can enjoy pay up to $110,800. Even right out of school, the lowest earning jobs within the construction management field make $46,900, which isn't that bad. The top earning grads from construction management come from [Milwaukee School of Engineering](/colleges/milwaukee-school-of-engineering)&nbspand if you want to find the colleges with all of the [highest earning graduates](/rankings/highest-earning-graduates), Authority has that too.

 The general diversity of construction management lies near the bottom, coming in only the 5th percentile of all majors. The school with the most composite diversity for construction management is [Drexel University](/colleges/drexel-university)&nbspand here you can find our general list of the schools with the [most diversity](/rankings/most-diverse-colleges). The overall financial diversity of the Construction Management major ranks only within the 96th percentile compared to all other majors. Racial diversity is even less in the 9th percentile. White collegians compose the largest share, 79%, of scholars studying construction management. Additionally, 89% of undergraduates pursuing a construction management major are men.

 We have insufficient professors data for construction management to make the conclusions we normally would have made in this sentence. If we incorporate information other than basic rankings it becomes clear that the college with comprehensively the best professors for construction management is [Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University](/colleges/virginia-polytechnic-institute-and-state-university). You will find an explanation of our ever evolving ranking methodology of the [best overall professors here](/rankings/best-professors), along with many of the best professors in the country.

 Finally, the hardest school to get into for construction management is [California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo](/colleges/california-polytechnic-state-university-san-luis-obispo). While we are unsure why you would be interested, we have an extensive list of the [hardest colleges to get into](/rankings/hardest-colleges-to-get-into). That being said, we do hope you understand that approaching college with a lens mainly shaped by superlatives could cause issues. We encourage you to explore our other pages on individual topics and read some of our informative background articles on important things to consider as you continue your university search.



 ### POPULARITY

 Construction management is the 124th most popular degree in America, with 2,576 students receiving their bachelors degree last year. It just beat out #125 [Fashion Merchandising](/rankings/best-colleges-for-fashion-merchandising), and narrowly lost to #123 [Apparel and Textiles](/rankings/best-colleges-for-apparel-and-textiles).

 The degree is offered at a total of 76 colleges across the nation, and is the 213th most widely offered degree. It is not offered at any of the Top 100 [Best Colleges](/rankings/best-colleges) in America.

 It is also worth noting that 3 out of every 4 colleges offering construction management are public making it a quite accessible field.

 The southeast produces the most construction management graduates, largely led by [Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College](/colleges/louisiana-state-university-and-agricultural-mechanical-college), while it’s the Southeastern Conference that leads conference totals. As far as states, Louisiana ranks highest, with particular help from [Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College](/colleges/louisiana-state-university-and-agricultural-mechanical-college) and [University of Louisiana at Monroe](/colleges/university-of-louisiana-at-monroe).

 All that being said, no individual school produces more construction management graduates than [University of Alaska Fairbanks](/colleges/university-of-alaska-fairbanks), which graduated 184 students last year alone. Although size is critical, another important factor to consider is the program’s density (the percent of all students that study construction management). More students studied construction management as a percentage of total students at [Everglades University](/colleges/everglades-university) than any other college.



 ### COST

 Construction management is the 340th most expensive major in the US, with a median cost of $20,059 among the top 50 programs (just ahead of #341, [Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies](rankings/best-colleges-for-electromechanical-instrumentation-and-maintenance-technologies), with a median cost of $19,955).

 New England has the most expensive colleges with top 50 construction management programs predominantly led by [Wentworth Institute of Technology](/colleges/wentworth-institute-of-technology) with an annual cost of $34,970. The most expensive state for construction management is South Carolina led by [Clemson University](/colleges/clemson-university).

 Public schools with solid programs by and large charge 61.26% less than private schools for in-state students. However, when looking at out-of-state tuition, the median top 50 Public school charges 16.33% less than your average private school. So, if you're applying to a state school, make sure you qualify for in-state tuition as soon as possible.

 The most expensive top 25 college for construction management is [Drexel University](/colleges/drexel-university), which is the 96th most expensive college in America. The most affordable option in the top 100 is [Brigham Young University-Idaho](/colleges/brigham-young-university-idaho). It costs just $4,208 per year, and it's its construction management program is ranked #37. If you’re looking for the least expensive option in the top 25, [Brigham Young University-Provo](/colleges/brigham-young-university-provo)  could be a good fit for you, ranked #9 with an in-state cost of just $5,790. Another more affordable pick would be #2, [Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College](/colleges/louisiana-state-university-and-agricultural-mechanical-college) in East Baton Rouge Parish, LA with a cost of $8,038 for in-state students and $8,038 for out-of-state students.



### SALARY

 Starting college is a huge investment for most students. It is critical to have confidence you are well positioned to gain financially from that investment. It is our goal that the following career and income data help you make an intelligent decision when selecting your focus.

 In their first year after university, Construction Management graduates take home $65,983 per annum on average, which is the 32nd most of any focus. Further into their occupations, they can make up to $110,813 per year to as little as $46,939, but average about $72,118. For context, that's 87% over the nation wide average.

 The most popular work position for a Construction Management graduate is Engineer, which ordinarily earn roughly $59,000; next are Project Manager Internship and Project Engineer, which predominantly earn around $44,000 and $56,000 respectively.

 The Far West has the best paid Construction Management graduates. The most well paid state for Construction Management alumni is CA. California Collegiate Athletic Association has the highest earning Construction Management graduates of any conference..



### STUDENTS

 College can be a supremely momentous time of one's life; it is an opportunity for personal progress and expansion. Undergraduates continue to discover who they wish to become and forge many of the necessary skills to become a thriving member of society. But learning is more than sitting in a classroom environment - the late nights discussing Noriega with a schoolmate, the funny story learned from a tenured instructor, the exposure to a different view. Therefore, attending a diverse college greatly enhances what you gain from your time in college.

 Construction Management is in the bottom 10% of subjects for racial diversity\*. 79% of the nation's Construction Management majors are white students, followed by latino students (7%), students of other races\*\*(7%), and black students (5%). The most ethnically diverse college\* in the top 100 is [California State University-East Bay](/colleges/california-state-university-east-bay)&nbspin Hayward, CA.

 Moreover, Construction Management is the the 6th most male dominated major, with male students out numbering female students by a 8 to 1 ratio. [The University of Texas at Tyler](/colleges/the-university-of-texas-at-tyler) in Tyler, TX has the most gender balanced student body in the top 100.

 Another significant type of diversity is socioeconomic diversity. Construction Management is the 16th most fiscally diverse focus in the United States. 27% of its students come from households with a sub $30,000 yearly income, 17% are from families with $48,000 to $75,000 annual incomes, and 24% grew up in families taking in north of $110,000 per year. [Vermont Technical College](/colleges/vermont-technical-college) has the most socioeconomically diverse students in the top 100.

 Considering each type of diversity, overall TX is the most diverse state for Construction Management. The Southwest is the most diverse region, and the California Collegiate Athletic Association is the most diverse conference.

   \* diversity calculations and comparisons are based on [Simpson's Diversity Index](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diversity_index)   
  \*\* other races is used to refer to non asian, black, latino, or white

  #### Diversity Statistics

  ##### Racial Diversity

 * Asian: 2%
* Black: 5%
* Latino: 7%
* White: 79%
* Other: 7%
  ##### Gender Diversity

 * Male: 89%
* Female: 11%
  ##### Socioeconomic Diversity (By Household Income)

 * Under 30k: 27%
* 30k - 48k: 16%
* 48k - 75k: 17%
* 75k - 110k: 17%
* Over 110k: 24%
  ##### Geographic Diversity

 * In State: 76%
* Out of State: 22%
* International: 2%


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There are about 12,271 students enrolled in Construction Management in the USA.

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