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Laser & Optical Technology at Central Carolina Community College
If you are interested in studying Laser & Optical Technology, take a look at what Central Carolina Community College. Get started with the following essential facts.
Central Carolina Community College is located in Sanford, NC.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 8 laser & optical technology degrees were granted at Central Carolina Community College.
Online & Distance Learning at Central Carolina Community College
Online coursework is an option at Central Carolina Community College. Among 5,882 students, 2,244 (38%) studied exclusively online and 2,152 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Laser & Optical Technology graduates at Central Carolina Community College, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Laser & Optical Technology graduates at Central Carolina Community College are 12% women (1) and 88% men (7).
Laser & Optical Technology Associate’s Program at Central Carolina Community College
Of the 8 associate’s laser & optical technology graduates at Central Carolina Community College, 12% were women (1) and 88% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Laser & Optical Technology associate’s degree recipients at Central Carolina Community College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 38% of Laser & Optical Technology associate’s degree recipients at Central Carolina Community College, higher than the national average of 33%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Highest-Paying Careers for Laser & Optical Technology Graduates
Those who complete Laser & Optical Technology program at Central Carolina Community College go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-paying careers for Laser & Optical Technology graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other | $121,642 |
| Photonics Technicians | $106,964 |
| Non-Destructive Testing Specialists | $57,631 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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