Precision Metal Working at Universal Technical Institute-Southern California
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Universal Technical Institute-Southern California graduates compare to all programs nationally
Universal Technical Institute-Southern California graduates earn $38k, placing them in the 59th percentile of all precision metal working certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Precision Metal Working certificate's programs at peer institutions in California (87 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Universal Technical Institute-Southern California | $37,568 | — | — | — |
| Santa Ana College | $45,864 | — | — | — |
| The Fab School | $39,592 | $36,707 | $4,449 | 0.11 |
| NTMA Machinist Career College | $38,259 | $42,216 | $8,418 | 0.22 |
| Universal Technical Institute of California Inc | $37,568 | — | $10,593 | 0.28 |
| Summit College | $37,502 | $42,958 | $7,600 | 0.20 |
| National Median | $36,248 | — | $9,000 | 0.25 |
Other Precision Metal Working Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Ana College Santa Ana | $1,180 | $45,864 | — |
| The Fab School Rancho Cucamonga | — | $39,592 | $4,449 |
| NTMA Machinist Career College Santa Fe Springs | — | $38,259 | $8,418 |
| Universal Technical Institute of California Inc Rancho Cucamonga | — | $37,568 | $10,593 |
| Summit College San Bernardino | — | $37,502 | $7,600 |
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 Universal Technical Institute-Southern California, approximately 56% 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.