Figures are based on approximate full-time annual tuition comparison based on two 12-credit semesters.
Specific program costs and fees may vary.

JUSTICE AND FIRE SCIENCE | top

Prepares you for careers in the fields of law enforcement, corrections, and related technical occupations including Certified Peace Officer, a career as a firefighter or related fields.

Detective/Investigator: Starting $30,000 - Median $37,000
Sheriff: Starting $82,000 - Median $87,000
Police Sergeant: Starting $51,000 - Median $58,000
Campus Security: Starting $53,000 - Median $66,000
Fire Fighter: Starting $28,000 - Median $37,000
Fire Inspector: Starting $43,000 - Median $47,000
Police and Sheriff Patrol Officer - Median $45,210

AGRICULTURE / HORTICULTURE | top

Prepares you for entry-level employment in agricultural business occupations such as agricultural machinery and equipment, agricultural chemicals, animal feeds and supplies, production and marketing of farm products, commercial and residential landscaping, and parks and golf course maintenance. Also, can prepare you to transfer to a 4-year university.

Horticulture Specialist: Starting $22,800 - Median $44,300
Horticulture Work Supervisor: Starting $19,500 - Median $37,200
Golf Course Groundskeeper: Starting $17,600 - Median $29,400
Landscape Designer: Starting $18,900 - Median $37,000

BIOTECHNOLOGY | top

• Biotechnology

Prepares you for positions supporting research and processes that support health care applications.

Biotechnology Lab Assistant: Starting $34,000 - Median $64,000

BUSINESS/MANAGEMENT | top

Prepares you for entry-level and supervisory positions in a variety of businesses such as credit unions, retail stores; positions specializing in press relations, community relations or consumer relations; or starting your own business among others. Also, can prepare you to transfer to a 4-year university.

Manager/Supervisor: Starting $50,100 - Median $59,300
Business Administrator: Starting $46,500 - Median $74,000

Prepares you for positions in organizations including accounting/CAP firms, small businesses, large corporations, banks, hospitals, schools systems and government agencies, entry-level positions, helpdesk support, application specialist, microcomputer service technician, network installation and implementation, network associates, network administrators, network supervisors, computer security, a variety of entry-level positions in real estate offices, and other similar businesses, a variety of entry-level positions in international businesses, entry-level positions in advertising agencies or consumer product companies and many others. Also, can prepare you to transfer to a 4-year university.

Cisco Certified Network Associate: Median $71,380
Paraprofessional Accountant: Starting $50,800 - Median $62,100
Business Administrator: Starting $46,500 - Median $74,200
Computer Technician: Starting $14,000 - Median $32,000
Network Technician: Starting $51,000 - Median $87,000
PC Maintenance Technician: Starting $36,300 - Median $41,200
Microsoft Certified Applications Developer: Starting $58,900 - Median $78,000
Microsoft Certified Database Administrator: Starting $55,000 - Median $84,626
Microsoft Certified Desktop Technician: Median $57,167
Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator: Starting $51,500 - Median $64,550
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer: Starting $51,500 - Median $63,700
Oracle Database Professional: Median $71,740
Software Engineer: Starting $46,500 - Median 65,400
Realtor: Starting $50,100 - Median $59,300
International Sales Manager: Starting $47,000 - Median $68,000
Manager/Supervisor: Starting $50,100 - Median $59,300
Business Administrator: Starting $46,500 - Median $74,000
Marketing Assistant: Starting $31,400 - Median $36,200

CATERPILLAR TRAINING | top

• Caterpillar Technician Training

Prepares you for entry-level positions as service technician for Caterpillar dealerships.

Machine Repairer Industrial: Starting $27,000 - Median $35,000

EDUCATION/TEACHER SUPPORT | top

• English as a Second Language Endorsement
• Bilingual Endorsement
• Instructional Assistance
• Reading Specialist Endorsement

Prepares you for jobs that help others change their lives through careers in education
and teacher support roles.

Teacher w/Endorsement: Starting $42,000 - Median $47,000
Teacher’s Aide: Starting $17,000 - Median $18,000

FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE | top

Prepares you for positions working with children from infancy through middle school in day care centers, nursery schools and head start programs. Also working with teenagers, adults, families and seniors depending upon specialization. Positions behind-the-scenes and out-front in restaurants and various other food service settings Also, can prepare you to transfer to a 4-year university.

Child Care Director: Starting $48,000 - Median $57,000
Teacher: Starting $30,000 - Median $40,000
Dietician: Starting $35,000 - Median $42,000

FASHION, ART AND DIGITAL DESIGN | top

Prepares you for employment in advertising, publishing, printing and multimedia businesses, entry-level positions in fashion merchandising and interior design. Also, can prepare you to transfer to a 4-year university.

Graphic Artist/Illustrator: Starting $40,100 - Median $45,000
Graphic Designer: Starting $32,600 - Median $41,600
Package Designer: Starting $91,000 - Median $100,000
Print Manager: Starting $56,000 - Median $66,000
Interior Designer: Starting $30,000 - Median $55,000

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS | top

• Geographic Information Systems

Prepares you for a horizontal technology that has broad applications. Job opportunities in engineering, city management, traffic control, health services, real estate, business, natural resource management, travel, and others. Designated a high-growth industry by the Dept. of Labor.

GIS Manager/Coordinator: Starting $51,800 - Median $69,500
GIS Specialist: Starting $38,700 - Median $57,400
GIS Technician: Starting $31,000 - Median $34,800
GIS Database Manager: Starting $51,700 - Median $64,500
Quality Assurance Analyst: Starting $38,800 - Median $49,100

HEALTH, FITNESS AND WELLNESS OCCUPATIONS | top

Prepares you for entry-level positions in laboratories, care centers, doctor’s offices, hospitals, clinics, dental offices, and other medical facilities, positions as a paramedic or in medical support. Positions within the fitness industry, including fitness centers, health clubs, trainers, coaches, and a variety of fitness facilities.

Dental Hygienist: Starting $61,100 - Median $71,800
Emergency Medical Services Coordinator: Starting $24,700 - Median $37,000
Group Fitness Instructor: Starting $33,000 - Median $42,000
Medical Assistant: Starting $18,700 - Median 24,000
Medical Technician: Starting $23,700 - Median $38,000
Massage Therapist: Starting $41,000 - Median $50,000
Paramedic: Starting $29,500 - Median $33,000
Personal Trainer: Starting $33,000 - Median $37,000
Registered Nurse: Starting $49,700 - Median $55,500
Nursing Assistant: Starting $22,000 - Median $24,000

LIBRARY SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | top

Prepares you for positions in libraries to acquire, prepare, and organize material and assist users in finding information.

Library Information Technician: Starting $24,000 - Median $31,500
Library Assistant: Starting $21,500 - Median $25,500

MORTUARY SCIENCE | top

• Mortuary Science

Prepares you for positions arranging details and handling the logistics of funerals.

Funeral Director: Starting $32,500 - Median $42,500

MUSIC | top

• Audio Production Technologies
• Music Business

Prepares you for careers in fields of music, recording, studio, conductor, private instructor, or other related positions. Also, can prepare you to transfer to a 4-year university.

Music Teacher: Starting $24,000 - Median $37,000
Production Manager: Starting $51,000 - Median $62,000
Music Director: Median $34,570

PUBLIC RELATIONS | top

• Journalism
• Public Relations

Prepares you for positions as a journalist in TV, radio, or print media such as newspapers or magazines; journalism advisor or teacher.

Writer: Starting $20,600 - Median $33,500
Broadcast Journalist: Starting $23,700 - Median $42,300
Technical Writer: Starting $48,000 - Median $58,000

TECHNOLOGY AND TRADE INDUSTRIAL | top

Prepares you for employment as an automobile technician within the automotive service industry, positions in middle management with construction companies, architectural engineering firms and land developers, positions with residential and commercial builders and architect and designer’s offices. Positions in the aviation industry, such as technicians and pilots, with airlines and related aviation companies.

Pilot: Median $53,870
Aircraft Mechanic: Median $21.77/hour
Auto Mechanic: Starting $27,000 - Median $48,000
Construction Manager: Starting $95,000 - Median $111,000
Power Plant Scheduler: Starting $54,000 - Median $63,000
Assistant Construction Superintendent: Starting $43,500 - Median $69,000
Civil Engineer: Starting $51,600 - Median $66,200
Building Safety Inspector: Starting $46,000 - Median $51,000
CAD Drafter: Starting $34,300 - Median $39,300
CAD Designer: Starting $38,000 - Median $42,000
Welder: Starting $20,700 - Median $33,700
Robot Technician: Starting $31,000 - Median $39,000
Electrical Power Line Installer and Repairer: Median $23.33/hour

VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY | top

• Veterinary Technology/Animal Health

Prepares you for positions in animal hospitals, veterinary clinics, kennels, animal shelters, research facilities, or zoos.

Veterinary Technician: Starting $19,000 - Median $23,500