Mining and Petroleum Technologies/Technicians
Nicholls State University · Thibodaux, LA
The Mining and Petroleum Technologies/Technicians program at Nicholls State University is available at Associate's and Bachelor's levels. The Associate program, with 34 completers, is the most popular. Graduates earn a median salary of $79,041 four years after completion, which is 17% above the national median for Mining and Petroleum Technologies/Technicians programs. Graduates typically enter roles like Gas Plant Operators, Engineering Technologists and Technicians, and Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas. The median salary for Gas Plant Operators is $82,560.
Associate
Median Earnings (4yr)
$79,041
Completers
34
Bachelor
Median Earnings (4yr)
$74,167
Completers
4
Related Careers
| Job Title | Median Salary | Job Growth (10yr) | Total Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gas Plant Operators | $82,560 | Not reported | 15,930 |
| Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other | $73,500 | Not reported | 66,200 |
| Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas | $55,750 | Not reported | 46,150 |
| Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians | $52,440 | Not reported | 8,860 |
Institution Overview
In-State Tuition
$8,149
Out-of-State Tuition
$9,242
Graduation Rate
54.0%
Total Enrollment
4,737
Same Program at Other Institutions
- Lewis and Clark Community College — $112,093
- Lackawanna College — $89,729
- Houston Community College — $73,729
- Eastern Arizona College
- Vincennes University
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