Fire Protection at Lamar Institute of Technology
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Lamar Institute of Technology graduates compare to all programs nationally
Lamar Institute of Technology graduates earn $56k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all fire protection certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Fire Protection certificate's programs at peer institutions in Texas (28 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lamar Institute of Technology | $55,778 | — | — | — |
| McLennan Community College | $47,467 | $45,755 | $5,500 | 0.12 |
| Austin Community College District | $47,024 | $59,080 | $11,375 | 0.24 |
| Houston Community College | $39,283 | $44,950 | — | — |
| Hill College | $33,190 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $47,024 | — | $9,557 | 0.20 |
Other Fire Protection Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| McLennan Community College Waco | $3,660 | $47,467 | $5,500 |
| Austin Community College District Austin | $2,550 | $47,024 | $11,375 |
| Houston Community College Houston | $2,040 | $39,283 | — |
| Hill College Hillsboro | $3,570 | $33,190 | — |
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 Lamar Institute of Technology, approximately 27% 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 15 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.