Is Valley Grande Institute for Academic Studies worth it?
Valley Grande Institute for Academic Studies is a private nonprofit, less-than-two-year institution in Weslaco, Texas (large suburb). It awarded 121 certificates in 2024, most often in licensed practical nurse training, radiologic technology radiographer and nursing assistant patient care assistant.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$23,665
Median earnings 4 years after
$32,880
Median earnings 10 years after
$33,472
Average net price
$12,051
Completion rate
80%
Completions (2024)
121
Years to pay back
1.5 years
Students (undergrad)
84
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate certificate | $30,574 | $36,642 | 167 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Undergraduate certificate | $16,540 | $28,810 | 37 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Undergraduate certificate | $19,302 | $31,943 | 36 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Undergraduate certificate | $11,744 | $21,565 | 28 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 73 |
| Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 21 |
| Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 12 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 9 |
| Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 6 |
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Sources: federal figures for Valley Grande Institute for Academic Studies. 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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