Sonographer/Ultrasound Technology at High Desert Medical College
What traits are you looking for in a school for Sonographer/Ultrasound Technology, consider the program at High Desert Medical College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
High Desert Medical College is in Lancaster, CA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 153 sonographer/ultrasound technology degrees were awarded at High Desert Medical College.
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Online Class Availability at High Desert Medical College
Distance learning is available at High Desert Medical College. Among 2,280 students, 0 (0%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,211 (53%) took at least some classes online.
Sonographer/Ultrasound Technology Rankings at High Desert Medical College
Rankings can help you compare High Desert Medical College’s Sonographer/Ultrasound Technology program against other schools offering the same major.
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | California | #23 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #26 of 27 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #32 of 38 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #34 of 35 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #221 of 225 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #288 of 314 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Sonographer/Ultrasound Technology graduates at High Desert Medical College, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Sonographer/Ultrasound Technology graduates at High Desert Medical College are 95% women (145) and 5% men (8).
Sonographer/Ultrasound Technology Associate’s Program at High Desert Medical College
Among the 123 associate’s sonographer/ultrasound technology graduates at High Desert Medical College, 93% were women (115) and 7% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Sonographer/Ultrasound Technology associate’s degree recipients at High Desert Medical College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 30 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 70 |
| Black / African American | 8 |
| Asian | 8 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 74% of Sonographer/Ultrasound Technology associate’s degree recipients at High Desert Medical College, higher than the national average of 51%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Best-Paid Careers for Sonographer/Ultrasound Technology Graduates
Those who complete Sonographer/Ultrasound Technology program at High Desert Medical College go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Sonographer/Ultrasound Technology majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Diagnostic Medical Sonographers | $91,848 |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $46,663 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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