Data Processing Technology at Midlands Technical College
What traits are you looking for in a school for Data Processing Technology, consider the program at Midlands Technical College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Midlands Technical College is in West Columbia, SC.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 54 data processing technology degrees were granted at Midlands Technical College.
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Studying Online at Midlands Technical College
Online coursework is an option at Midlands Technical College. Of 9,226 students, 2,891 (31%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,489 (38%) took at least some classes online.
Data Processing Technology Rankings at Midlands Technical College
These rankings give you a sense of how Midlands Technical College’s Data Processing Technology program against peer institutions.
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #1 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #3 of 18 |
| Best Value | South Carolina | #6 of 12 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #7 of 18 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #10 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #12 of 37 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Data Processing Technology graduates at Midlands Technical College, by degree type.
Program-wide, Data Processing Technology graduates at Midlands Technical College are 35% women (19) and 65% men (35).
Data Processing Technology Associate’s Program at Midlands Technical College
Of the 35 associate’s data processing technology graduates at Midlands Technical College, 43% were women (15) and 57% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Data Processing Technology associate’s degree recipients at Midlands Technical College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Black / African American | 10 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 57% of Data Processing Technology associate’s degree recipients at Midlands Technical College, above the national average of 47%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Highest-Paying Careers for Data Processing Technology Graduates
Graduates of the Data Processing Technology program at Midlands Technical College pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-paying careers for Data Processing Technology majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $159,837 |
| Document Management Specialists | $147,490 |
| Information Security Engineers | $142,543 |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | $140,795 |
| Information Technology Project Managers | $124,655 |
| Blockchain Engineers | $123,667 |
| Digital Forensics Analysts | $119,226 |
| Penetration Testers | $93,800 |
| Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians | $82,846 |
| Web Administrators | $62,692 |
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
More about our data sources and methodologies.