Business/Commerce (Associate's Degree) at Alvin Community College

Median Earnings (1yr)

$30,445

24th percentile

40th percentile in Texas

Median Debt

$6,417

52% below national median

Analysis

At $30,445 in first-year earnings, Alvin Community College's business associate degree lags behind most Texas programs—it ranks right at the state median for outcomes. The gap with top performers like Austin Community College ($43,267) or nearby Dallas College ($34,095) is substantial, though it's worth noting this data comes from a very small sample of graduates, so individual outcomes may vary considerably.

The silver lining here is remarkably low debt: $6,417 is well below both the state median ($10,655) and national median ($13,437) for business associate programs. This means graduates enter the workforce with minimal financial burden, making it easier to build savings or pursue further education without the pressure of hefty loan payments. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.21 is quite manageable—one of the better figures you'll find for any two-year program.

For a family prioritizing affordability over immediate earning power, this could work as a low-risk credential that opens doors to entry-level business roles without the debt trap. However, if maximizing early career earnings is the goal, other Houston-area community colleges may offer stronger returns. The small sample size means these numbers might shift with more data, so contact the college directly about typical career paths and whether students commonly transfer to four-year programs—that fuller picture matters here.

Where Alvin Community College Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all business/commerce associates's programs nationally

Earnings Distribution

How Alvin Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Texas

Business/Commerce associates's programs at peer institutions in Texas (43 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Alvin Community CollegeAlvin	$1,834	$30,445	—	$6,417	0.21
Strayer University-TexasFarmers Branch	$13,920	$44,154	$47,516	$32,810	0.74
DeVry University-TexasIrving	$17,488	$43,716	—	$30,444	0.70
Austin Community College DistrictAustin	$2,550	$43,267	$52,005	$12,500	0.29
Blinn College DistrictBrenham	$4,580	$34,483	$43,026	$12,399	0.36
Dallas CollegeDallas	$2,370	$34,095	$51,391	$10,500	0.31
National Median	—	$36,591	—	$13,437	0.37

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with business/commerce graduates

Sales Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate the actual distribution or movement of a product or service to the customer. Coordinate sales distribution by establishing sales territories, quotas, and goals and establish training programs for sales representatives. Analyze sales statistics gathered by staff to determine sales potential and inventory requirements and monitor the preferences of customers.

$138,060/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Industrial Production Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate the work activities and resources necessary for manufacturing products in accordance with cost, quality, and quantity specifications.

$121,440/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Quality Control Systems Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate quality assurance programs. Formulate quality control policies and control quality of laboratory and production efforts.

$121,440/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Geothermal Production Managers

Manage operations at geothermal power generation facilities. Maintain and monitor geothermal plant equipment for efficient and safe plant operations.

$121,440/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Biofuels Production Managers

Manage biofuels production and plant operations. Collect and process information on plant production and performance, diagnose problems, and design corrective procedures.

$121,440/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Biomass Power Plant Managers

Manage operations at biomass power generation facilities. Direct work activities at plant, including supervision of operations and maintenance staff.

$121,440/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Hydroelectric Production Managers

Manage operations at hydroelectric power generation facilities. Maintain and monitor hydroelectric plant equipment for efficient and safe plant operations.

$121,440/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Construction Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate, usually through subordinate supervisory personnel, activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems. Participate in the conceptual development of a construction project and oversee its organization, scheduling, budgeting, and implementation. Includes managers in specialized construction fields, such as carpentry or plumbing.

$106,980/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Administrative Services Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate one or more administrative services of an organization, such as records and information management, mail distribution, and other office support services.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Facilities Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate operations and functionalities of facilities and buildings. May include surrounding grounds or multiple facilities of an organization's campus.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Security Managers

Direct an organization's security functions, including physical security and safety of employees and facilities.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Chief Executives

Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.

$105,350/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Alvin Community College, approximately 23% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.

Sample Size: Based on 19 graduates with reported earnings and 24 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.