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Precision Metal Working in Michigan

Precision Metal Working Schools in Michigan

798 Precision Metal Working students earned their degrees in the state in 2021-2022.

As a degree choice, Precision Metal Working is the 7th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Precision Metal Working Majors in Michigan

Precision Metal Working majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 351
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 351
Associate Degree 227
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 220

Gender Distribution

In Michigan, a precision metal working major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of precision metal working majors in Michigan is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.9%
  • Black or African American: 3.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 9.0%
  • White: 76.6%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.1%
  • Other Races: 9.9%
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Jobs for Precision Metal Working Grads in Michigan

126,350 people in the state and 1,918,330 in the nation are employed in jobs related to precision metal working.

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Wages for Precision Metal Working Jobs in Michigan

In this state, precision metal working grads earn an average of $40,090. Nationwide, they make an average of $41,090.

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There are 10 colleges in Michigan that offer precision metal working degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

#1

MIAT College of Technology

Canton
93 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,441 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 80% are considered full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 86% get financial aid. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $48,954 after earning their degree at this institution.

#2

Ferris State University

Big Rapids
72 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
10,361 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 73% are considered full time. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $45,373 after earning their degree at this institution. 94% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#3

Macomb Community College

Warren
60 Degrees in Major Awarded
16,762 Total Students

29% of the teachers are full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $5,822.

#4

Grand Rapids Community College

Grand Rapids
55 Degrees in Major Awarded
12,642 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $8,940. In their early career, Grand Rapids Community College grads earn an average salary of $32,411. The student loan default rate of 2.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

#5

Washtenaw Community College

Ann Arbor
50 Degrees in Major Awarded
10,884 Total Students

27% of the teachers are full time. Graduates earn an average $32,680 after graduation. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.00%.

#6

Lansing Community College

Lansing
47 Degrees in Major Awarded
10,303 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $4,844. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 68% of students receive it. The student to faculty ratio is 12 to 1.

#7

Delta College

University Center
46 Degrees in Major Awarded
7,054 Total Students

94% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. 100% of the teachers are full time. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $29,765 a year.

#8

Alpena Community College

Alpena
24 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,487 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 48%. This public school has an average net price of $3,893. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $30,314 after earning their degree at this institution.

#9

Oakland Community College

Auburn Hills
23 Degrees in Major Awarded
13,963 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $27,754 after graduation. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 54% of students receive it. This public school has an average net price of $4,568.

#10

Northern Michigan University

Marquette
22 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
7,214 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 69% are considered full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.52 years. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid.

Precision Metal Working Careers in MI

Some of the careers precision metal working majors go into include:

Job Title MI Job Growth MI Median Salary
Computer Numerically Controlled Machine Tool Programmers 16% $51,520
Sheet Metal Workers 7% $48,900
Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers 4% $37,450
Machine Tool Operators 3% $39,320
Machinists 3% $39,920
Metal and Plastic Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders 1% $35,850
Metal and Plastic Extruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders -5% $31,310
Metal and Plastic Workers -6% $34,460
Tool and Die Makers -7% $54,360
Metal and Plastic Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders -7% $34,680
Metal and Plastic Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders -8% $37,750
Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners -8% $39,930
Metal and Plastic Model Makers -9% $64,200
Metal and Plastic Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders -9% $36,350
Metal and Plastic Layout Workers -10% $59,120
Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders -10% $37,760
Metal and Plastic Rolling Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders -11% $35,850
Metal and Plastic Heat Treating Equipment Setters, Operators, and Tenders -13% $35,760
Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters -14% $42,880
Metal and Plastic Patternmakers -14% $48,280
Metal and Plastic Forging Machine Setter, Operator, or Tender -16% $36,580
Metal and Plastic Drilling and Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders -17% $37,710
Metal and Plastic Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders -17% $49,270
Foundry Mold and Coremakers -23% $37,670

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to precision metal working.

Major Annual Graduates in MI
Other Precision Production 30
Woodworking 19
Precision Production Trades 1

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