Southern Careers Institute-Waco Outcomes

Graduates face modest debt loads with a median of $8,708, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of about 32% relative to first-year salaries of $23,020. Monthly loan payments of $92 consume roughly 5% of typical graduate income. The 90% employment rate reflects the school's focus on in-demand healthcare and technical fields where employers actively recruit. However, the 18% loan repayment rate suggests many graduates struggle financially despite finding work. Earnings remain relatively flat, growing only $4,000 from year one to year ten. While students avoid crushing debt compared to four-year programs, the combination of modest wages and limited earning growth makes this an average return on investment for career-focused training.