Precision Metal Working at Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park graduates compare to all programs nationally
Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park graduates earn $39k, placing them in the 71th percentile of all precision metal working certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Precision Metal Working certificate's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (47 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park | $39,408 | — | — | — |
| Universal Technical Institute of Illinois Inc | $37,568 | — | — | — |
| Lewis and Clark Community College | $37,195 | $34,731 | — | — |
| Lincoln Land Community College | $33,298 | — | — | — |
| Southwestern Illinois College | $31,692 | $38,940 | $6,500 | 0.21 |
| Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois | $31,630 | $33,836 | $9,500 | 0.30 |
| National Median | $36,248 | — | $9,000 | 0.25 |
Other Precision Metal Working Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Universal Technical Institute of Illinois Inc Lisle | — | $37,568 | — |
| Lewis and Clark Community College Godfrey | $3,552 | $37,195 | — |
| Lincoln Land Community College Springfield | $3,672 | $33,298 | — |
| Southwestern Illinois College Belleville | $3,870 | $31,692 | $6,500 |
| Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois Springfield | — | $31,630 | $9,500 |
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 Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park, approximately 68% 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.