Information Technology at Whatcom Community College
What traits are you looking for in a school for Information Technology, consider the program at Whatcom Community College. Get started with the following essential facts.
Whatcom Community College is in Bellingham, WA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 85 information technology degrees were granted at Whatcom Community College.
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Online Class Availability at Whatcom Community College
Distance learning is available at Whatcom Community College. Of 3,674 students, 1,332 (36%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,056 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Earnings for Information Technology Graduates from Whatcom Community College
Graduates of Whatcom Community College’s Information Technology program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 4 years | $51,923 |
| 5 years | $59,218 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Information Technology graduates from Whatcom Community College earn a median of $51,923, compared with $39,114 for all Whatcom Community College graduates — about 33% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Information Technology graduates from Whatcom Community College is $17,510.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Information Technology graduates at Whatcom Community College, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Information Technology graduates at Whatcom Community College are 9% women (8) and 91% men (77).
Information Technology Associate’s Program at Whatcom Community College
Of the 30 associate’s information technology degrees awarded at Whatcom Community College, 13% were women (4) and 87% were men (26).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Information Technology associate’s degree recipients at Whatcom Community College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 20 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 27% of Information Technology associate’s degree recipients at Whatcom Community College, lower than the national average of 49%.*
Information Technology Bachelor’s Program at Whatcom Community College
Of the 11 bachelor’s information technology degrees awarded at Whatcom Community College, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Information Technology bachelor’s degree recipients at Whatcom Community College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 45% of Information Technology bachelor’s degree recipients at Whatcom Community College, higher than the national average of 39%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Information Technology Concentrations at Whatcom Community College
The Information Technology program at Whatcom Community College breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Network Administration | 55 |
| Computer & IS Security | 24 |
| Computer Support Specialist | 6 |
Top-Paying Careers for Information Technology Graduates
Those who complete Information Technology program at Whatcom Community College pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for Information Technology majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $175,079 |
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $159,837 |
| Database Architects | $148,480 |
| Document Management Specialists | $147,490 |
| Information Security Engineers | $142,543 |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | $140,795 |
| Web Developers | $125,527 |
| Information Technology Project Managers | $124,655 |
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
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