Precision Metal Working 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 $42k, placing them in the 81th percentile of all precision metal working certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Florida
Precision Metal Working certificate's programs at peer institutions in Florida (53 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manatee Technical College | $41,602 | — | $7,913* | — |
| Lively Technical College | $46,499 | $33,740 | —* | — |
| Palm Beach State College | $41,518 | $48,201 | —* | — |
| Pinellas Technical College-Clearwater | $40,795 | — | —* | — |
| Orange Technical College-South Campus | $39,539 | — | —* | — |
| Marion Technical College | $38,846 | $30,807 | —* | — |
| National Median | $36,248 | — | $9,000* | 0.25 |
Other Precision Metal Working Programs in Florida
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Florida schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lively Technical College Tallahassee | — | $46,499 | — |
| Palm Beach State College Lake Worth | $3,050 | $41,518 | — |
| Pinellas Technical College-Clearwater Clearwater | — | $40,795 | — |
| Orange Technical College-South Campus Orlando | — | $39,539 | — |
| Marion Technical College Ocala | — | $38,846 | — |
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.