Precision Metal Working at Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College | $36,490* | — | $6,642* | — |
| Washburn Institute of Technology | $39,720* | $35,996 | $6,642* | 0.17 |
| Washburn University | $39,720* | $35,996 | $6,642* | 0.17 |
| Flint Hills Technical College | $36,731* | — | —* | — |
| Kansas City Kansas Community College | $36,248* | $51,614 | —* | — |
| Manhattan Area Technical College | $34,077* | $42,926 | $8,250* | 0.24 |
| 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 |
| Flint Hills Technical College Emporia | $6,196 | $36,731 | — |
| Kansas City Kansas Community College Kansas City | $3,150 | $36,248 | — |
| Manhattan Area Technical College Manhattan | $9,276 | $34,077 | $8,250 |
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 Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 6 similar programs in KS. Actual outcomes may vary.