Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications at Temple College
Ranked 2nd of 3 certificate (under 1 year) programs in Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications by 5-year earnings.
Salary trajectory
Median earnings vs the national median for Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications (certificate (under 1 year)) graduates.
Graduates of Temple College's certificate (under 1 year) program in Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications earn a median $41,695 one year after graduating, rising to $48,487 by year five. Five years out, earnings run 40% below the national median of $81,462 for this field, ranking 2nd of 3 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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