South Texas Training Center
Pharr, TX · Private for-profit · Certificate degree-granting
South Texas Training Center, based in Pharr, Texas, is a private for-profit institution, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education. With 120 students, it is a small institution. Graduates earn a median of $29,384 ten years after enrollment, compared to a national median of $40,747. Regarding student success, the graduation rate is 92.5%. Mmedian graduate debt is $3,677, yielding an earnings-to-debt ratio of 7.99x. The average net price after financial aid is $8,314 per year. The most popular programs include Allied Health & Medical Assisting, Practical Nursing, and Health Services Administration.
Key Outcomes
Median Earnings (10yr)
$29,384
Graduation Rate
92.5%
Median Debt
$3,677
Average Net Price
$8,314
Earnings-to-Cost Ratio
3.53x
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio
7.99x
Admissions & Enrollment
Total Enrollment
120
Admission Rate
Not reported
Average SAT
Not reported
Retention Rate
Not reported
Cost
In-State Tuition
$13,566
Out-of-State Tuition
$13,566
Pell Grant Rate
90.2%
Federal Loan Rate
72.5%
Net Cost by Family Income
Income $0–$30K
$7,451
Income $30K–$48K
$7,657
Income $48K–$75K
$11,880
Income $110K+
$14,970
Student Demographics
Women
87.4%
White
1.7%
Black
0.0%
Hispanic
86.7%
Asian
0.0%
Two or More Races
10.8%
Student Loan Performance
Repayment Rate (3yr)
38.9%
Accreditations
- Council on Occupational Education — Institutional Accreditation (Accredited)
Programs (3)
Undergraduate Certificate (3)
| Program | Median Earnings | Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Allied Health & Medical Assisting | $26,112 | 168 |
| Practical Nursing | Not reported | 19 |
| Health Services Administration | Not reported | 10 |