Precision Metal Working at Marion Technical College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Marion Technical College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Marion Technical College graduates earn $39k, placing them in the 67th percentile of all precision metal working certificate programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marion Technical College | $38,846 | $30,807 | $7,913* | — |
| Lively Technical College | $46,499 | $33,740 | —* | — |
| Manatee Technical College | $41,602 | — | —* | — |
| Palm Beach State College | $41,518 | $48,201 | —* | — |
| Pinellas Technical College-Clearwater | $40,795 | — | —* | — |
| Orange Technical College-South Campus | $39,539 | — | —* | — |
| 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 | — |
| Manatee Technical College Bradenton | — | $41,602 | — |
| 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 | — |
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 Marion Technical College, approximately 27% 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.