Precision Metal Working at Meridian Community College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Meridian Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Meridian Community College graduates earn $32k, placing them in the 30th 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 Mississippi
Precision Metal Working certificate's programs at peer institutions in Mississippi (16 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meridian Community College | $31,988 | $37,913 | — | — |
| Northwest Mississippi Community College | $36,303 | — | — | — |
| East Mississippi Community College | $35,345 | $42,699 | $5,500 | 0.16 |
| Itawamba Community College | $35,061 | — | — | — |
| Delta Technical College-Mississippi | $31,630 | $33,836 | $9,500 | 0.30 |
| Hinds Community College | $22,434 | $30,742 | $5,500 | 0.25 |
| National Median | $36,248 | — | $9,000 | 0.25 |
Other Precision Metal Working Programs in Mississippi
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Mississippi schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Mississippi Community College Senatobia | $3,660 | $36,303 | — |
| East Mississippi Community College Scooba | $3,950 | $35,345 | $5,500 |
| Itawamba Community College Fulton | $3,420 | $35,061 | — |
| Delta Technical College-Mississippi Horn Lake | — | $31,630 | $9,500 |
| Hinds Community College Raymond | $3,825 | $22,434 | $5,500 |
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 Meridian Community College, approximately 40% 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.