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Precision Metal Working in Nebraska

Precision Metal Working Schools in Nebraska

466 students earned Precision Metal Working degrees in Nebraska in the 2021-2022 year.

In this state, Precision Metal Working is the 3rd most popular major out of a total 33 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Precision Metal Working Majors in Nebraska

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 229
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 127
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 127
Associate Degree 110

Gender Distribution

In Nebraska, 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 Nebraska is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.1%
  • Black or African American: 0.9%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 23.8%
  • White: 70.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.2%
  • Other Races: 4.1%
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Jobs for Precision Metal Working Grads in Nebraska

There are 14,910 people in the state and 1,918,330 people in the nation working in precision metal working jobs.

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Wages for Precision Metal Working Jobs in Nebraska

A typical salary for a precision metal working grad in the state is $39,500, compared to a typical salary of $41,090 nationwide.

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There are 6 colleges in Nebraska that offer precision metal working degrees. Learn about the most popular 6 below:

#1

Central Community College

Grand Island
305 Degrees in Major Awarded
6,309 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.90%. In their early career, Central Community College grads earn an average salary of $33,551. The full-time teacher rate is 55%.

#2

Southeast Community College Area

Lincoln
47 Degrees in Major Awarded
9,416 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $8,818. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $36,369 a year. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 71% of students receive it.

#3

Northeast Community College

Norfolk
44 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,345 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.30%. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $8,898. 43% of the teachers are full time.

#4

Metropolitan Community College

Omaha
34 Degrees in Major Awarded
13,709 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $34,253 after earning their degree at this institution. This public school has an average net price of $4,915. 66% of students get financical aid.

#5

Western Nebraska Community College

Scottsbluff
12 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,306 Total Students

In their early career, WNCC grads earn an average salary of $30,744. The student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1. The student loan default rate of 3.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

#6

Mid-Plains Community College

North Platte
11 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,101 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $6,076. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $32,575 a year. 23% of the teachers are full time.

Precision Metal Working Careers in NE

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

Job Title NE Job Growth NE Median Salary
Sheet Metal Workers 14% $47,030
Computer Numerically Controlled Machine Tool Programmers 11% $47,730
Machine Tool Operators 11% $38,140
Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers 11% $40,570
Machinists 11% $42,180
Metal and Plastic Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders 9% $32,440
Tool and Die Makers 4% $49,980
Metal and Plastic Heat Treating Equipment Setters, Operators, and Tenders 0% $36,530
Metal and Plastic Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders 0% $38,610
Metal and Plastic Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders 0% $37,150
Metal and Plastic Workers 0% $35,880
Metal and Plastic Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders 0% $43,690
Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners 0% $45,900
Metal and Plastic Patternmakers 0% $0
Metal and Plastic Forging Machine Setter, Operator, or Tender 0% $0
Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders -3% $40,970
Metal and Plastic Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders -3% $36,580
Metal and Plastic Rolling Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders -3% $37,400
Metal and Plastic Extruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders -4% $38,200
Foundry Mold and Coremakers -11% $35,760
Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters -12% $35,110
Metal and Plastic Drilling and Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders -14% $0

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