Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians at Fox College

Fox College's veterinary technician program costs less than typical for the field, but the earnings picture reveals a troubling plateau. Starting at $36,853—just below the Illinois state median of $36,988—graduates see their income actually decline slightly to $36,484 by year four. This ranks the program in just the 40th percentile statewide, meaning six in ten Illinois vet tech programs produce better outcomes.

The debt load of $14,722 is manageable, translating to a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.40, which should allow graduates to handle payments without severe financial strain. However, that relatively lower debt masks a more fundamental concern: graduates aren't seeing income growth as they gain experience. Compare this to nearby Parkland College, where vet techs earn $39,246—about $2,800 more annually, which compounds significantly over a career.

For parents, the key question is whether this program justifies its cost when better-performing options exist in Illinois. The stagnant earnings suggest limited career advancement or specialization opportunities for Fox College graduates. Unless your family has compelling reasons to choose this specific location, exploring programs at Parkland or even Joliet Junior College (which matches the state median) would likely deliver better returns on the same investment of time and tuition.