Precision Metal Working at Southern Arkansas University Tech
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Southern Arkansas University Tech graduates compare to all programs nationally
Southern Arkansas University Tech graduates earn $26k, placing them in the 11th percentile of all precision metal working certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Arkansas
Precision Metal Working certificate's programs at peer institutions in Arkansas (27 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Arkansas University Tech | $26,001 | — | — | — |
| Arkansas Northeastern College | $47,110 | — | — | — |
| Arkansas Welding Academy | $33,187 | — | $7,933 | 0.24 |
| University of Arkansas at Monticello | $31,083 | — | — | — |
| University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College | $26,579 | — | $4,142 | 0.16 |
| Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas | $22,341 | $35,110 | — | — |
| National Median | $36,248 | — | $9,000 | 0.25 |
Other Precision Metal Working Programs in Arkansas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Arkansas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas Northeastern College Blytheville | $2,570 | $47,110 | — |
| Arkansas Welding Academy Jacksonville | — | $33,187 | $7,933 |
| University of Arkansas at Monticello Monticello | $8,868 | $31,083 | — |
| University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College North Little Rock | $4,848 | $26,579 | $4,142 |
| Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas De Queen | $3,906 | $22,341 | — |
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 Southern Arkansas University Tech, approximately 41% 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 40 graduates with reported earnings and 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.