Precision Metal Working at South Plains College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How South Plains College graduates compare to all programs nationally
South Plains College graduates earn $32k, placing them in the 28th 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 Texas
Precision Metal Working certificate's programs at peer institutions in Texas (71 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Plains College | $31,733 | $39,469 | $9,450* | — |
| Amarillo College | $48,263 | — | —* | — |
| School of Automotive Machinists & Technology | $43,065 | $50,472 | $16,354* | 0.38 |
| San Jacinto Community College | $42,512 | $44,619 | —* | — |
| Lone Star College System | $40,863 | $28,942 | $4,562* | 0.11 |
| Austin Community College District | $39,261 | $43,110 | $15,818* | 0.40 |
| National Median | $36,248 | — | $9,000* | 0.25 |
Other Precision Metal Working Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amarillo College Amarillo | $2,136 | $48,263 | — |
| School of Automotive Machinists & Technology Houston | — | $43,065 | $16,354 |
| San Jacinto Community College Pasadena | $1,992 | $42,512 | — |
| Lone Star College System The Woodlands | $3,090 | $40,863 | $4,562 |
| Austin Community College District Austin | $2,550 | $39,261 | $15,818 |
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 South Plains 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.
Sample Size: Based on 29 graduates with reported earnings and 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.