Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection
Undergraduate certificate · Tidewater Tech-Trades · Norfolk, VA
How this program compares
Graduates of the undergraduate certificate program in Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection at Tidewater Tech-Trades earn a median of $35,172 one year after completing the program. Nationally, undergraduate certificate graduates in this field earn a median of $42,012 four years after graduating (middle half: $21,914–$62,556). Median debt is $9,500, about 27% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection (Undergraduate certificate) at other Virginia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Centura College-Newport News Newport News | $31,641 | — |
| Centura College-Chesapeake Chesapeake | $31,641 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection graduates from Tidewater Tech-Trades make?
The median salary is $35,172 one year after graduation and $38,576 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $9,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.