Is Texas State Technical College worth it?
Texas State Technical College is a public, two-year institution in Waco, Texas (midsize city). It awarded 3,259 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in welding technology, lineworker and diesel mechanics technology.
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Federal context for Texas State Technical College
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Median earnings 1 year after
$40,660
Median earnings 4 years after
$55,511
Median earnings 10 years after
$38,916
Average net price
$13,508
Completion rate
46%
Completions (2024)
3,259
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
9,437
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate certificate | $35,720 | $52,527 | 319 |
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $59,719 | $79,070 | 260 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $38,506 | $63,228 | 249 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | $33,599 | $51,266 | 240 |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate | $39,234 | $57,743 | 192 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate | $76,445 | $107,186 | 169 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $79,324 | $82,931 | 164 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Undergraduate certificate | $56,597 | $80,192 | 130 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | Associate | $36,509 | $52,618 | 128 |
| Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $36,888 | $55,209 | 84 |
| Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | $33,995 | $46,042 | 82 |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $64,485 | $74,781 | 81 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Undergraduate certificate | $24,017 | $34,720 | 61 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Associate | $30,714 | $36,188 | 56 |
| Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $24,564 | $40,021 | 55 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Lineworker | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 384 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 377 |
| Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 229 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | Associate | 131 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installation/Installer, General | Associate | 119 |
| Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician | Associate | 86 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 82 |
| Biomedical Technology/Technician | Associate | 79 |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 62 |
| Electrician | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 61 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 18% | 5,677 |
| Manufacturing | 14% | 4,405 |
| Retail Trade | 11% | 3,618 |
| Construction | 9% | 2,927 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 6% | 2,010 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 6% | 1,944 |
| Wholesale Trade | 6% | 1,785 |
| Educational Services | 5% | 1,739 |
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Sources: federal figures for Texas State Technical College. 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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