Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 52.3%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $38,922
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $9,120
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 24:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 34.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $97/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $37,208 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $31,265 | $15,589 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Certificate | $29,322 | $9,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Certificate | $25,438 | $8,598 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Certificate | $20,596 | $8,859 |
Outcomes Overview
Graduates typically enter nursing, medical assisting, and healthcare support roles where the employment rate hits 93.8%. With median debt of $9,120 and monthly payments of $97, graduates face a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.23. Those monthly payments represent about 3% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The median earnings of $38,922 after ten years reflect entry-level healthcare wages in Austin's competitive market. Most graduates stay in Texas, with 98.96% being in-state students who often work locally. Healthcare careers offer job security and growth potential despite modest starting salaries. This represents an average return on investment for career-focused training.