Data Processing at Greenville Technical College

Greenville Tech's Data Processing program shows promising earnings but comes with an important caveat: these numbers represent fewer than 30 graduates, making them less reliable than larger programs. That said, the trajectory looks solid—graduates start at $39,062 and reach $51,290 four years out, a 31% jump that outpaces many associate degree programs. Among South Carolina's 15 data processing programs, this lands near the middle of the pack (60th percentile), trailing leaders like Midlands Tech but well ahead of programs at York Tech.

The debt picture is unusually favorable. At $21,083, borrowers here owe significantly more than both the state median ($15,812) and national median ($16,500), yet the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.54 means most graduates could realistically pay this off within a year or two of focused repayment. The higher debt likely reflects Greenville's slightly longer program or different financial aid mix—one-third of students receive Pell grants—but the strong earnings make it manageable.

The small sample size means a few outlier graduates could swing these numbers considerably. If your child enrolls, they're betting on a pattern holding with limited data. For families comfortable with that uncertainty, this program delivers competitive tech earnings in a growing South Carolina market, with debt levels that won't derail early career progress.