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Data Processing at Capella University

If you plan to study Data Processing, take a look at what Capella University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.

Capella University sits in Minneapolis, MN.

For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 11 data processing degrees were granted at Capella University.

Studying Online at Capella University

Capella University delivers its programs entirely online, so Data Processing coursework can be completed remotely.

Data Processing Rankings at Capella University

Use these rankings to compare Capella University’s Data Processing program against peer institutions.

Bachelor’s-Level Rankings

Ranking	Scope	Rank
Best Schools (Quality)	Minnesota	#1 of 1
Best Schools (Quality)	The Plains States (Region)	#1 of 1
Best Value	Minnesota	#1 of 1
Best Value	The Plains States (Region)	#1 of 1
Best Schools (Quality)	Nationwide	#30 of 37
Best Value	Nationwide	#31 of 36

Student Demographics & Diversity

Below you’ll find the diversity of Data Processing graduates at Capella University, broken down by degree level.

Across all degree levels, Data Processing graduates at Capella University are 55% women (6) and 45% men (5).

Data Processing Bachelor’s Program at Capella University

Of the 11 bachelor’s data processing degrees awarded at Capella University, 55% were women (6) and 45% were men (5).

The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Data Processing bachelor’s degree recipients at Capella University.

Race / Ethnicity	Number of Graduates
White	3
Hispanic / Latino	3
Black / African American	1
Asian	1
American Indian / Alaska Native	1
Two or More Races	1
Unknown	1

Minority students account for 64% of Data Processing bachelor’s degree recipients at Capella University, below the national average of 65%.*

*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.

More Specific Data Processing Concentrations at Capella University

This Data Processing program at Capella University offers more specialized concentrations:

Concentration	Graduates
Data Processing Technology	11

Best-Paid Careers for Data Processing Graduates

Those who complete Data Processing program at Capella University pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for Data Processing graduates, 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.