Precision Metal Working
Undergraduate certificate · Northshore Technical Community College · Lacombe, LA
How this program compares
Graduates of the undergraduate certificate program in Precision Metal Working at Northshore Technical Community College earn a median of $25,818 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 $10,500, about 41% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Precision Metal Working (Undergraduate certificate) at other Louisiana schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Delgado Community College New Orleans | $32,636 | $15,000 |
| Louisiana Delta Community College Monroe | $26,069 | $6,930 |
| Compass Career College Hammond | $25,735 | $7,790 |
| South Louisiana Community College Lafayette | $25,471 | $5,750 |
| Baton Rouge Community College Baton Rouge | $24,025 | $13,000 |
| Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College Minden | $23,313 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Precision Metal Working graduates from Northshore Technical Community College make?
The median salary is $25,818 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $10,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.