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 Wyoming

Precision Metal Working associates's programs at peer institutions in Wyoming (7 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Northern Wyoming Community College District$41,861
Eastern Wyoming College$40,902$45,087
National Median$41,504$12,0000.29

Other Precision Metal Working Programs in Wyoming

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Wyoming schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Eastern Wyoming College
Torrington
$4,290$40,902

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 Northern Wyoming Community College District, approximately 17% 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.