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#1

#1 Best College for Laser and Optical Technology/Technician in the U.S.

Monroe Community College
Rochester, NY

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

21

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$7,037

Median Starting Salary

$59,423

#2

#2 Best College for Laser and Optical Technology/Technician in the U.S.

Montana State University
Bozeman, MT

Montana State University is a fairly selective school. The institution receives approximately 28,800...

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,060–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$17,250

Median Starting Salary

$58,523

#3

#3 Best College for Laser and Optical Technology/Technician in the U.S.

Central Carolina Community College
Sanford, NC

Acceptance Rate

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Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$6,311

Median Starting Salary

$59,423

#4

#4 Best College for Laser and Optical Technology/Technician in the U.S.

Indian Hills Community College
Ottumwa, IA

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$7,142

Median Starting Salary

$59,423

#5

#5 Best College for Laser and Optical Technology/Technician in the U.S.

Springfield Technical Community College
Springfield, MA

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$9,836

Median Starting Salary

$59,423

#6

#6 Best College for Laser and Optical Technology/Technician in the U.S.

Baker College
Owosso, MI

Acceptance Rate

37%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$13,719

Median Starting Salary

$59,423

#7

#7 Best College for Laser and Optical Technology/Technician in the U.S.

Quinsigamond Community College
Worcester, MA

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$6,809

Median Starting Salary

$59,423

#8

#8 Best College for Laser and Optical Technology/Technician in the U.S.

Iowa Western Community College
Council Bluffs, IA

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$11,569

Median Starting Salary

$59,423

#9

#9 Best College for Laser and Optical Technology/Technician in the U.S.

San Jose City College
San Jose, CA

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$20,395

Median Starting Salary

$59,423

#10

#10 Best College for Laser and Optical Technology/Technician in the U.S.

College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$5,169

Median Starting Salary

$59,423

#11

#11 Best College for Laser and Optical Technology/Technician in the U.S.

Northwest Vista College
San Antonio, TX

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$5,841

Median Starting Salary

$59,423

*The estimated net prices above are College Raptor’s estimate. Please contact the college financial aid office for actual net cost figures.

About Laser and Optical Technology/Technician

Laser and Optical Technology/Technician programs prepare individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of engineers and other professionals engaged in developing and using lasers and other optical for commercial or research purposes. Includes instruction in laser and optical principles, testing and maintenance procedures, safety precautions, specific applications to various tasks, and report preparation.

Of the 58 Laser and Optical Technology/Technician degrees granted each year at the Associates degree level, women make up 22% percent and men make up 78% percent of the field of study. Did you know that New York has more students being granted a degree in Laser and Optical Technology/Technician than any other state? In fact, New York granted 21 degrees last year! The average annual income for an undergraduate degree in Laser and Optical Technology/Technician is $59,900.

Popularity of Laser and Optical Technology/Technician Degrees in the U.S.
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Student Demographics

Total Students
58
Female Students
13 (22%)
Male Students
45 (77%)

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