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Precision Metal Working at New Mexico State University-Dona Ana
If you plan to study Precision Metal Working, consider the program at New Mexico State University-Dona Ana. Get started with the following essential facts.
New Mexico State University-Dona Ana is located in Las Cruces, NM.
During the most recent reporting year, 22 precision metal working degrees were granted at New Mexico State University-Dona Ana.
Online & Distance Learning at New Mexico State University-Dona Ana
Distance learning is available at New Mexico State University-Dona Ana. Among 7,200 students, 2,821 (39%) studied exclusively online and 2,429 (34%) took at least some classes online.
Precision Metal Working Rankings at New Mexico State University-Dona Ana
Rankings can help you compare New Mexico State University-Dona Ana’s Precision Metal Working program against other schools offering the same major.
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New Mexico | #5 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Mexico | #8 of 8 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #27 of 93 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #62 of 93 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #165 of 637 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #493 of 635 |
Earnings for Precision Metal Working Graduates from New Mexico State University-Dona Ana
Those who finish New Mexico State University-Dona Ana’s Precision Metal Working program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $28,002 |
| 2 years | $24,730 |
| 3 years | $35,402 |
| 4 years | $38,386 |
| 5 years | $50,881 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Precision Metal Working graduates from New Mexico State University-Dona Ana report median earnings of $38,386, compared with $34,655 for all New Mexico State University-Dona Ana graduates — about 11% higher than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Precision Metal Working graduates at New Mexico State University-Dona Ana, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Precision Metal Working graduates at New Mexico State University-Dona Ana are 0% women (0) and 100% men (22).
Precision Metal Working Associate’s Program at New Mexico State University-Dona Ana
Of the 17 associate’s precision metal working graduates at New Mexico State University-Dona Ana, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (17).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Precision Metal Working associate’s degree recipients at New Mexico State University-Dona Ana.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 12 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 76% of Precision Metal Working associate’s degree recipients at New Mexico State University-Dona Ana, higher than the national average of 30%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Precision Metal Working Concentrations at New Mexico State University-Dona Ana
This Precision Metal Working program at New Mexico State University-Dona Ana includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Welding | 22 |
Top-Paying Careers for Precision Metal Working Graduates
Those who complete Precision Metal Working program at New Mexico State University-Dona Ana work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Precision Metal Working graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Foundry Mold and Coremakers | $69,095 |
| Metal Workers and Plastic Workers, All Other | $67,669 |
| Extruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic | $67,252 |
| Sheet Metal Workers | $62,339 |
| Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers | $60,584 |
| Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers | $60,230 |
| Machinists | $58,269 |
| Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic | $55,961 |
| Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners | $55,632 |
| Layout Workers, Metal and Plastic | $53,306 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.