Ophthalmic and Optometric Support Services and Allied Professions at Cuyahoga Community College
Ranked 10th of 12 associate programs in Ophthalmic and Optometric Support Services and Allied Professions by 5-year earnings.
Salary trajectory
Median earnings vs the national median for Ophthalmic and Optometric Support Services and Allied Professions (associate) graduates.
Graduates of Cuyahoga Community College's associate program in Ophthalmic and Optometric Support Services and Allied Professions earn a median $39,482 one year after graduating, rising to $62,818 by year ten. Five years out, earnings run 14% below the national median of $50,083 for this field, ranking 10th of 12 reporting programs.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau PSEO, release V4.13.0 2025Q4. Earnings are for graduates working in covered states; figures are medians in nominal dollars.
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