Is School of Automotive Machinists & Technology worth it?
School of Automotive Machinists & Technology is a private for-profit, two-year institution in Houston, Texas (large city). It awarded 103 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in engine machinist, computer numerically controlled machinist technology and high performance and custom engine technician.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$36,132
Median earnings 4 years after
$49,986
Median earnings 10 years after
$57,529
Average net price
$28,242
Completion rate
93%
Completions (2024)
103
Years to pay back
2.3 years
Students (undergrad)
88
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | $30,420 | $49,844 | 81 |
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate certificate | $43,065 | $51,062 | 34 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Machinist | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 35 |
| Engine Machinist | Certificate 2-4 yrs | 30 |
| Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology/CNC Machinist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 23 |
| High Performance and Custom Engine Technician/Mechanic | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 8 |
| Engine Machinist | Associate | 7 |
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Sources: federal figures for School of Automotive Machinists & Technology. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Texas. Counts under 10 are not published.
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