Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 25.2%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $41,276
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $10,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 16:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 40.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $111/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 | $61,651 | $17,153 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $48,823 | |
| Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technology. | Associate | $47,260 | |
| Precision Metal Working. | Associate | $42,682 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $42,682 | |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $34,704 | $10,500 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Associate | $32,925 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $32,563 | |
| Precision Metal Working. | Certificate | $30,771 | |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Associate | $30,119 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $27,488 | |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Certificate | $26,353 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $25,856 | $14,457 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Associate | $25,194 | |
| Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $23,649 |
Outcomes Overview
South Plains College graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $10,500, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of just 25% based on their $41,276 median income after 10 years. Monthly loan payments of $111 represent only 3.2% of graduates' monthly earnings, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The college's strong technical programs funnel graduates into stable trades like welding, automotive technology, and healthcare support roles that offer steady employment in rural Texas. With a 94.6% employment rate and relatively low borrowing costs, most students see immediate returns on their investment. This represents a strong return on investment for career-focused students seeking practical skills without crushing debt.