Precision Metal Working at Dallas College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Dallas College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Dallas College graduates earn $35k, placing them in the 45th percentile of all precision metal working certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Precision Metal Working certificate's programs at peer institutions in Texas (71 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas College | $35,102 | — | $9,450* | — |
| Amarillo College | $48,263 | — | —* | — |
| School of Automotive Machinists & Technology | $43,065 | $50,472 | $16,354* | 0.38 |
| San Jacinto Community College | $42,512 | $44,619 | —* | — |
| Lone Star College System | $40,863 | $28,942 | $4,562* | 0.11 |
| Austin Community College District | $39,261 | $43,110 | $15,818* | 0.40 |
| National Median | $36,248 | — | $9,000* | 0.25 |
Other Precision Metal Working Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amarillo College Amarillo | $2,136 | $48,263 | — |
| School of Automotive Machinists & Technology Houston | — | $43,065 | $16,354 |
| San Jacinto Community College Pasadena | $1,992 | $42,512 | — |
| Lone Star College System The Woodlands | $3,090 | $40,863 | $4,562 |
| Austin Community College District Austin | $2,550 | $39,261 | $15,818 |
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 Dallas College, approximately 23% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 19 graduates with reported earnings and 13 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.