Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
Data Processing
Prepares you to master and use computer software programs and applications for inputting, verifying, organizing, storing, retrieving, transforming (changing, updating, and deleting), and extracting information. Covers using various operating system configurations and in types of data entry such as word processing, spreadsheets, calculators, management programs, design programs, database programs, and research programs.
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- Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
- Prepares you to master and use computer software programs and applications for inputting, verifying, organizing, storing, retrieving, transforming (changing, updating, and deleting), and extracting information. Covers using various operating system configurations and in types of data entry such as word processing, spreadsheets, calculators, management programs, design programs, database programs, and research programs.
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Where to study it
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| College | Degrees a year | Admit rate | Average annual cost after aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Nevada-Las Vegas NV | 55 | 96% | $11,000 |
| University of Southern Mississippi MS | 26 | 99% | $23,000 |
| University of San Francisco CA | 15 | 51% | $34,000 |
| Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus PA | 8 | 54% | $26,000 |