Precision Metal Working
Undergraduate certificate · Hawkeye Community College · Waterloo, IA
How this program compares
Graduates of the undergraduate certificate program in Precision Metal Working at Hawkeye Community College earn a median of $45,509 one year after completing the program. Nationally, undergraduate certificate graduates in this field earn a median of $48,702 four years after graduating (middle half: $31,475–$65,767). Median debt is $6,800, about 15% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Precision Metal Working (Undergraduate certificate) at other Iowa schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Marshalltown Community College Marshalltown | $45,972 | — |
| Northeast Iowa Community College Calmar | $43,588 | $5,446 |
| Western Iowa Tech Community College Sioux City | $41,613 | — |
| Des Moines Area Community College Ankeny | $39,397 | $5,500 |
| Iowa Western Community College Council Bluffs | $27,761 | $5,500 |
| Iowa Central Community College Fort Dodge | $27,404 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Precision Metal Working graduates from Hawkeye Community College make?
The median salary is $45,509 one year after graduation and $55,933 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $6,800.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.