Printing Press Operator at Fairmont State University in Fairmont, WV

Communications Technologies Bachelor's CIP 10.0307

Total Graduates

11

Class of 2024

Male Graduates

55%

6 of 11

Female Graduates

45%

5 of 11

Annual Tuition & Fees

$8,454

In-state, incl. fees

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Printing Press Operator.
Degree Level Bachelor's
CIP Code 10.0307
Program Family Communications Technologies

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 11 graduates
Award Year 2024
Gender Distribution 55% male, 45% female

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

Printing press operators

Primary Occupation
$45,160
Median Annual Salary
$31,450 $63,060
10th percentile 90th percentile
145,110 employed nationally -8.1% projected growth

Related Occupations

Prepress technicians and workers -14.6%
$47,300

Salary data reflects typical earnings for related occupations nationally, not specific earnings of graduates from this institution. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2024).

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$47,300

10-Year Job Growth

-14.6%

Career Readiness Score

0/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$37,840-14.6%
0%
primary100% confidence
$36,128-8.1%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$35,475

Peak Salary

$59,125

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (0)

No specific skills data available

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

0%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

C
Conventional
R
Realistic
A
Artistic

organizing, systematizing, and working with data; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; creative expression and innovation

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Organization
  • Data management
  • Building things
  • Working with hands
  • Creative design
  • Artistic expression

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Organized
Detail-oriented
Practical
Hands-on
Creative
Imaginative

💡 Interests

Organization
Data management
Building things
Working with hands
Creative design
Artistic expression

Work Values

Active Listening
Monitoring
Creativity
Independence
Accuracy

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy organizing, systematizing, and working with data; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; creative expression and innovation?

2

Do you value active listening?

3

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
  • Creative individuals who value originality
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
  • Those who prefer structured, rule-based environments
  • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
💭

Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.

Institution

Location Fairmont, WV

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $8,454
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $18,372
Average Net Price $10,993

Program Information

CIP Code: 10.0307
CIP Family: 10
IPEDS ID:
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