Precision Metal Working at Rochester Community and Technical College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in Minnesota
Precision Metal Working certificate's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (22 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester Community and Technical College | — | $42,728 | — | — |
| Hennepin Technical College | $52,456 | $52,821 | $9,329 | 0.18 |
| Alexandria Technical & Community College | $51,141 | $55,483 | $9,500 | 0.19 |
| Saint Paul College | $50,842 | $50,851 | $9,928 | 0.20 |
| Dakota County Technical College | $50,464 | $45,038 | $5,500 | 0.11 |
| St Cloud Technical and Community College | $49,636 | $52,427 | $9,500 | 0.19 |
| National Median | $36,248 | — | $9,000 | 0.25 |
Other Precision Metal Working Programs in Minnesota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hennepin Technical College Brooklyn Park | $5,881 | $52,456 | $9,329 |
| Alexandria Technical & Community College Alexandria | $6,213 | $51,141 | $9,500 |
| Saint Paul College Saint Paul | $6,318 | $50,842 | $9,928 |
| Dakota County Technical College Rosemount | $6,419 | $50,464 | $5,500 |
| St Cloud Technical and Community College Saint Cloud | $4,957 | $49,636 | $9,500 |
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 Rochester Community and Technical College, approximately 29% 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.