Precision Metal Working at Brightpoint Community College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Brightpoint Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Brightpoint Community College graduates earn $39k, placing them in the 70th percentile of all precision metal working certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Virginia
Precision Metal Working certificate's programs at peer institutions in Virginia (23 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brightpoint Community College | $39,273 | — | — | — |
| Advanced Technology Institute | $43,656 | $41,363 | $12,674 | 0.29 |
| Central Virginia Community College | $37,281 | — | $8,625 | 0.23 |
| Patrick & Henry Community College | $37,030 | — | — | — |
| Tidewater Tech-Trades | $32,269 | $36,914 | $9,500 | 0.29 |
| Tidewater Community College | $23,785 | — | $8,455 | 0.36 |
| National Median | $36,248 | — | $9,000 | 0.25 |
Other Precision Metal Working Programs in Virginia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Virginia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Technology Institute Virginia Beach | $14,568 | $43,656 | $12,674 |
| Central Virginia Community College Lynchburg | $4,998 | $37,281 | $8,625 |
| Patrick & Henry Community College Martinsville | $4,858 | $37,030 | — |
| Tidewater Tech-Trades Norfolk | $16,337 | $32,269 | $9,500 |
| Tidewater Community College Norfolk | $5,714 | $23,785 | $8,455 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Brightpoint Community College, approximately 21% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.