Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions at Austin Community College District
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Austin Community College District graduates compare to all programs nationally
Austin Community College District graduates earn $49k, placing them in the 53th percentile of all clinical/medical laboratory science/research and allied professions associates programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions associates's programs at peer institutions in Texas (19 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Community College District | $48,737 | $49,071 | — | — |
| Tarleton State University | $51,327 | $57,425 | $21,125 | 0.41 |
| San Jacinto Community College | $49,631 | $39,923 | — | — |
| Houston Community College | $48,172 | $47,615 | $16,250 | 0.34 |
| Southwest University at El Paso | $30,423 | $26,536 | $26,496 | 0.87 |
| National Median | $48,026 | — | $24,994 | 0.52 |
Other Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tarleton State University Stephenville | $7,878 | $51,327 | $21,125 |
| San Jacinto Community College Pasadena | $1,992 | $49,631 | — |
| Houston Community College Houston | $2,040 | $48,172 | $16,250 |
| Southwest University at El Paso El Paso | $16,000 | $30,423 | $26,496 |
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 Austin Community College District, 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 17 graduates with reported earnings and 14 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.