Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 33.3%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 34.4%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $43,062
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $9,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 25:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 34.9%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $101/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $65,066 | $9,695 |
| Physical Science Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $62,260 | $9,750 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $53,608 | |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $47,260 | $8,550 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $45,852 | $9,912 |
| Physical Science Technologies/Technicians. | Certificate | $45,696 | |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Associate | $41,441 | |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Associate | $41,193 | |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $39,523 | |
| Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $39,009 | |
| Precision Metal Working. | Certificate | $35,416 | |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Certificate | $33,993 | |
| Legal Support Services. | Associate | $33,459 | |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Associate | $33,281 | |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate | $32,711 | $9,950 |
Outcomes Overview
San Jacinto graduates earn a median of $43,062 ten years after starting college. With typical debt of $9,500, graduates face a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 22%, well below the concerning 40% threshold. Monthly loan payments of $101 represent only 2.8% of median income. The college serves the Houston metro's petrochemical corridor, where many graduates find work in refining, manufacturing, and logistics. An 89.1% employment rate reflects strong job market connections. The low debt burden particularly benefits first-generation college students, who make up much of the 63.7% Hispanic enrollment. Despite modest earnings compared to four-year degrees, the minimal debt creates a strong return on investment for career-focused students.