Best Schools for Data Processing

Data Processing graduates earn a median of $76,384 within four years of graduating, ranking #101 out of 283 tracked majors — 22% above the median across all fields. There are 4 colleges nationwide with tracked earnings for this major, producing 75 recent graduates.

Where you study matters: University of Nevada-Las Vegas graduates earn $84,099 while University of Southern Mississippi graduates earn $55,514 — a $28,585 difference. Factors like location, employer networks, co-op programs, and curriculum focus drive this gap. Across all fields, though, which major you pick separates earnings more than which college does.

4
Schools
$76,384
Avg. 2yr Earnings
#101
of 283 Majors
75
Graduates

Data Processing by State

Top Data Processing Schools by Graduate Earnings

#1
University of Nevada-Las Vegas logo

University of Nevada-Las Vegas

Las Vegas, NV · Public

$84,099
4yr Earnings
28 grads · small sample
1yr: $52,631 (17)
Acceptance: 96.3%
#2
University of Southern Mississippi logo

University of Southern Mississippi

Hattiesburg, MS · Public

$55,514
4yr Earnings
41 grads
2yr: $47,846 (14)
1yr: $38,705 (16)
Acceptance: 99.4%
#3
Dickinson State University logo

Dickinson State University

Dickinson, ND · Public

$45,696
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 60.1%
#4
Arkansas State University logo

Arkansas State University

Jonesboro, AR · Public

$38,394
2yr Earnings
19 grads · small sample
1yr: $39,432 (19)
Grads: 19
Acceptance: 69.7%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Data Processing?
University of Nevada-Las Vegas ranks #1 for Data Processing with median graduate earnings of $84,099 within four years of graduating. There are 4 schools nationwide offering this major with tracked earnings data.
How much do Data Processing graduates earn?
Data Processing graduates earn an average of $76,384 within four years of graduating. This is 22% above the median across all majors. Earnings range from $55,514 to $84,099 depending on the school.
How hard is it to get into a top Data Processing program?
The average acceptance rate across Data Processing programs is 81.3%. The most selective program is at Dickinson State University with a 60.1% acceptance rate. Competitive programs value strong math/analytical skills and relevant coursework.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings are median 2 years after graduation for bachelor's degree holders, from the field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release — Scorecard publishes the two separately.

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