Precision Metal Working
Undergraduate certificate · Tidewater Tech-Trades · Norfolk, VA
How this program compares
Graduates of the undergraduate certificate program in Precision Metal Working at Tidewater Tech-Trades earn a median of $32,269 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 $9,500, about 29% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Precision Metal Working (Undergraduate certificate) at other Virginia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Technology Institute Virginia Beach | $43,656 | $12,000 |
| Brightpoint Community College Chester | $39,273 | — |
| Central Virginia Community College Lynchburg | $37,281 | — |
| Patrick & Henry Community College Martinsville | $37,030 | — |
| Tidewater Community College Norfolk | $23,785 | $7,500 |
| Virginia Western Community College Roanoke | $22,788 | — |
| Virginia Highlands Community College Abingdon | $21,472 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Precision Metal Working graduates from Tidewater Tech-Trades make?
The median salary is $32,269 one year after graduation and $41,946 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.