Location: Dallas, TX•In-State Tuition: $2,370•Out-of-State Tuition: $6,000
Median Earnings (1yr)
$83,557
95th percentile
Median Debt
$14,500
2% above national median
D/E Ratio: 0.17 ManageableSample: 56 graduates

Analysis

Dallas College graduates command nearly double what typical Texas allied health certificate holders earn—$83,557 versus the state median of $46,266. This program ranks in the 95th percentile both nationally and statewide, outperforming even well-regarded programs at Lone Star and Austin Community College. With debt under $15,000, your child would owe just 17 cents for every dollar earned in year one, which is exceptional for any credential.

The earnings trajectory deserves attention, though. Income drops to $77,214 by year four—still outstanding relative to peers, but representing an 8% decline. This pattern might reflect how surgical techs, sonographers, or other specialized roles start strong but plateau quickly, or it could indicate graduates moving between full-time and per-diem positions. Even with this dip, four-year earnings remain 67% above the state median.

For families prioritizing immediate career launch with minimal debt, this is one of Texas's strongest allied health programs. The combination of low borrowing and top-tier starting salaries creates unusual financial security for a certificate, particularly valuable for students who need to start earning quickly or plan to stack credentials over time.

Where Dallas College Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all allied health diagnostic, intervention, and treatment professions certificate's programs nationally

Dallas CollegeOther allied health diagnostic, intervention, and treatment professions programs

Dashed lines show national medians. Upper-left = best value.

Earnings Distribution

How Dallas College graduates compare to all programs nationally

Dallas College earns $84k — 95th percentile among allied health diagnostic, intervention, and treatment professions certificate programs.

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School1 Year4 YearsGrowth
Dallas College$83,557$77,214-8%
Lone Star College System$69,820$71,102+2%
Galveston College$64,633$70,603+9%
Houston Community College$64,648$66,271+3%
Austin Community College District$66,380$63,522-4%

Compare to Similar Programs in Texas

Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions certificate's programs at peer institutions in Texas (67 total in state)

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Dallas CollegeDallas$2,370$83,557$77,214$14,5000.17
Lone Star College SystemThe Woodlands$3,090$69,820$71,102$11,2340.16
Austin Community College DistrictAustin$2,550$66,380$63,522$11,7520.18
Houston Community CollegeHouston$2,040$64,648$66,271$14,2490.22
Galveston CollegeGalveston$2,546$64,633$70,603$15,5000.24
Central Texas CollegeKilleen$3,150$62,228———
National Median—$45,746—$14,1670.31

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with allied health diagnostic, intervention, and treatment professions graduates

Medical Dosimetrists

Generate radiation treatment plans, develop radiation dose calculations, communicate and supervise the treatment plan implementation, and consult with members of radiation oncology team.

$138,110/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Physician Assistants

Provide healthcare services typically performed by a physician, under the supervision of a physician. Conduct complete physicals, provide treatment, and counsel patients. May, in some cases, prescribe medication. Must graduate from an accredited educational program for physician assistants.

$133,260/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Anesthesiologist Assistants

Assist anesthesiologists in the administration of anesthesia for surgical and non-surgical procedures. Monitor patient status and provide patient care during surgical treatment.

$133,260/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Nuclear Technicians

Assist nuclear physicists, nuclear engineers, or other scientists in laboratory, power generation, or electricity production activities. May operate, maintain, or provide quality control for nuclear testing and research equipment. May monitor radiation.

$104,240/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Nuclear Monitoring Technicians

Collect and test samples to monitor results of nuclear experiments and contamination of humans, facilities, and environment.

$104,240/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Radiation Therapists

Provide radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by a radiation oncologist according to established practices and standards. Duties may include reviewing prescription and diagnosis; acting as liaison with physician and supportive care personnel; preparing equipment, such as immobilization, treatment, and protection devices; and maintaining records, reports, and files. May assist in dosimetry procedures and tumor localization.

$101,990/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Nuclear Medicine Technologists

Prepare, administer, and measure radioactive isotopes in therapeutic, diagnostic, and tracer studies using a variety of radioisotope equipment. Prepare stock solutions of radioactive materials and calculate doses to be administered by radiologists. Subject patients to radiation. Execute blood volume, red cell survival, and fat absorption studies following standard laboratory techniques.

$97,020/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

Produce ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by physicians. Includes vascular technologists.

$89,340/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Respiratory Therapists

Assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders. Assume primary responsibility for all respiratory care modalities, including the supervision of respiratory therapy technicians. Initiate and conduct therapeutic procedures; maintain patient records; and select, assemble, check, and operate equipment.

$80,450/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Radiologic Technologists and Technicians

Take x-rays and CAT scans or administer nonradioactive materials into patient's bloodstream for diagnostic or research purposes. Includes radiologic technologists and technicians who specialize in other scanning modalities.

$78,980/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists

Operate Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanners. Monitor patient safety and comfort, and view images of area being scanned to ensure quality of pictures. May administer gadolinium contrast dosage intravenously. May interview patient, explain MRI procedures, and position patient on examining table. May enter into the computer data such as patient history, anatomical area to be scanned, orientation specified, and position of entry.

$78,980/yrJobs growth:Associate'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 Dallas 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 56 graduates with reported earnings and 63 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.