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Optometric Support Services Schools in North Carolina

48 Optometric Support students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In terms of popularity, Optometric Support Services is the 36th most popular major in the state out of a total 44 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Optometric Support Services Majors in North Carolina

Optometric Support majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 30
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 30
Associate Degree 10
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 8
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 8
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 8

Gender Distribution

In North Carolina, a optometric support major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of optometric support majors in North Carolina is as follows:

  • Asian: 8.3%
  • Black or African American: 14.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 12.5%
  • White: 54.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 10.4%
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Jobs for Optometric Support Services Grads in North Carolina

There are 4,260 people in the state and 125,140 people in the nation working in optometric support jobs.

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Wages for Optometric Support Services Jobs in North Carolina

Optometric Support grads earn an average of $36,030 in the state and $38,220 nationwide.

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There are 4 colleges in North Carolina that offer optometric support degrees. Learn about the most popular 4 below:

18 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,672 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 88% get financial aid. 29% of the teachers are full time. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $27,582 after earning their degree at this institution.

14 Degrees in Major Awarded
16,668 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 7.40% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $5,710. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,845 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 34% are considered full time. 82% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $4,947.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,990 Total Students

86% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. In their early career, SCC grads earn an average salary of $24,004. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 26% are considered full time.

Optometric Support Services Careers in NC

Some of the careers optometric support majors go into include:

Job Title NC Job Growth NC Median Salary
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians 19% $35,440
Dispensing Opticians 17% $39,680

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to optometric support.

Major Annual Graduates in NC
Health/Medical Admin Services 4,147
Allied Health Services 1,765
Allied Health Professions 1,691
Mental & Social Health Services 998
Nursing & Nursing Assistants 940
Dental Support Services 585
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science 470
Bodywork & Therapeutic Services 319

View all majors related to Optometric Support Services

View Nationwide Optometric Support Services Report

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