Rio Grande Valley College Outcomes

Rio Grande Valley College graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $12,359, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of just 28% against their $44,608 five-year median salary. Monthly loan payments of $131 consume only 3.5% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The college serves the heavily Hispanic Rio Grande Valley region, where 93% of graduates find employment after completing career-focused programs. However, the concerning 33.54% loan repayment rate suggests many graduates struggle despite strong employment numbers. The school's vocational training typically leads to healthcare support roles, business services, and technical positions serving the border economy. Overall, this represents an average return on investment with affordable debt but mixed repayment outcomes.