Business Operations Support and Assistant Services at Florida Career College-Houston
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Analysis
Florida Career College-Houston's business operations certificate delivers earnings that fall short nationally but actually outperform the Texas market. While graduates earn $20,774 in their first year—placing them in just the 25th percentile nationally—this figure beats the state median of $18,214 by a meaningful margin, ranking in the 60th percentile among Texas programs.
The debt picture is reasonable at $9,500, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.46. This means graduates can expect to earn roughly $2 for every dollar borrowed in their first year alone. The debt level matches the national median, suggesting the program isn't overpriced relative to similar offerings elsewhere.
However, the earnings gap with top Texas programs is substantial. Houston Community College graduates earn nearly double at $37,482, while Dallas College graduates start at $30,228—both significantly higher than Florida Career College's outcomes. For families considering this investment, the program provides decent value within the private career college space in Texas, but community college alternatives offer considerably stronger earning potential for likely lower cost.
Where Florida Career College-Houston Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all business operations support and assistant services certificate's programs nationally
Programs in the upper-left quadrant (high earnings, low debt) offer the best value. Programs in the lower-right quadrant warrant careful consideration.
Earnings Distribution
How Florida Career College-Houston graduates compare to all programs nationally
Florida Career College-Houston graduates earn $21k, placing them in the 25th percentile of all business operations support and assistant services certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services certificate's programs at peer institutions in Texas (62 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florida Career College-Houston | $20,774 | — | $9,500 | 0.46 |
| Houston Community College | $37,482 | $35,364 | $18,797 | 0.50 |
| Dallas College | $30,228 | $24,132 | $18,456 | 0.61 |
| Southern Careers Institute-Corpus Christi | $18,214 | $17,637 | $6,861 | 0.38 |
| Southern Careers Institute-Pharr | $18,214 | $17,637 | $6,861 | 0.38 |
| Southern Careers Institute-Brownsville | $18,214 | $17,637 | $6,861 | 0.38 |
| National Median | $25,094 | — | $9,500 | 0.38 |
Other Business Operations Support and Assistant Services Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston Community College Houston | $2,040 | $37,482 | $18,797 |
| Dallas College Dallas | $2,370 | $30,228 | $18,456 |
| Southern Careers Institute-Corpus Christi Corpus Christi | — | $18,214 | $6,861 |
| Southern Careers Institute-Pharr Pharr | — | $18,214 | $6,861 |
| Southern Careers Institute-Brownsville Brownsville | — | $18,214 | $6,861 |
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 Florida Career College-Houston, approximately 73% 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 459 graduates with reported earnings and 586 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.