Culinary Arts at Manatee Technical College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Manatee Technical College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Manatee Technical College graduates earn $27k, placing them in the 86th percentile of all culinary arts certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Florida
Culinary Arts certificate's programs at peer institutions in Florida (50 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manatee Technical College | $27,210 | — | — | — |
| Atlantic Technical College | $25,586 | $27,408 | — | — |
| Pinellas Technical College-Clearwater | $21,965 | — | — | — |
| Florida Education Institute | $20,531 | — | $9,500 | 0.46 |
| William T McFatter Technical College | $15,021 | $22,851 | — | — |
| National Median | $21,718 | — | $11,634 | 0.54 |
Other Culinary Arts Programs in Florida
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Florida schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Technical College Coconut Creek | — | $25,586 | — |
| Pinellas Technical College-Clearwater Clearwater | — | $21,965 | — |
| Florida Education Institute Miami | — | $20,531 | $9,500 |
| William T McFatter Technical College Davie | — | $15,021 | — |
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 Manatee Technical College, approximately 28% 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.