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Laser and Optical Tech in California

Laser and Optical Tech Schools in California

22 students earned Laser and Optical Tech degrees in California in the 2021-2022 year.

In terms of popularity, Laser and Optical Tech is the 133rd most popular major in the state out of a total 174 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Laser and Optical Tech Majors in California

Laser and Optical Tech majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 16
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 4
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 4
Associate Degree 2

Gender Distribution

In California, a laser and optical tech major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of laser and optical tech majors in California is as follows:

  • Asian: 63.6%
  • Black or African American: 0.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 9.1%
  • White: 22.7%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 4.5%
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Jobs for Laser and Optical Tech Grads in California

In this state, there are 11,280 people employed in jobs related to a laser and optical tech degree, compared to 83,360 nationwide.

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Wages for Laser and Optical Tech Jobs in California

Laser and Optical Tech grads earn an average of $71,420 in the state and $65,720 nationwide.

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There are 2 colleges in California that offer laser and optical tech degrees. Learn about the most popular 2 below:

16 Degrees in Major Awarded
7,326 Total Students

40% of the teachers are full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 66% get financial aid. The student to faculty ratio is 22 to 1.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
11,045 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 27 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 29%. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $36,687 after earning their degree at this institution.

Laser and Optical Tech Careers in CA

Some of the careers laser and optical tech majors go into include:

Job Title CA Job Growth CA Median Salary
Engineering Technicians 8% $69,950

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to laser and optical tech.

Major Annual Graduates in CA
Electronics Engineering Technology 50
Telecommunications Technology 36

View all majors related to Laser and Optical Tech

View Nationwide Laser and Optical Tech Report

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