Precision Metal Working at Flint Hills Technical College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Flint Hills Technical College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Flint Hills Technical College graduates earn $37k, placing them in the 53th percentile of all precision metal working certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Kansas
Precision Metal Working certificate's programs at peer institutions in Kansas (23 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flint Hills Technical College | $36,731 | — | $6,642* | — |
| Washburn Institute of Technology | $39,720 | $35,996 | $6,642* | 0.17 |
| Washburn University | $39,720 | $35,996 | $6,642* | 0.17 |
| Kansas City Kansas Community College | $36,248 | $51,614 | —* | — |
| Manhattan Area Technical College | $34,077 | $42,926 | $8,250* | 0.24 |
| Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology | $30,515 | $46,674 | $5,564* | 0.18 |
| National Median | $36,248 | — | $9,000* | 0.25 |
Other Precision Metal Working Programs in Kansas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Kansas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washburn Institute of Technology Topeka | $9,120 | $39,720 | $6,642 |
| Washburn University Topeka | $9,578 | $39,720 | $6,642 |
| Kansas City Kansas Community College Kansas City | $3,150 | $36,248 | — |
| Manhattan Area Technical College Manhattan | $9,276 | $34,077 | $8,250 |
| Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology Wichita | $6,018 | $30,515 | $5,564 |
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 Flint Hills Technical College, approximately 11% 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 15 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.