Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management at Lamson Institute

Borrowing an estimated $25,849 for tech training that leads to roughly $42,000 in first-year earnings seems manageable on paper—the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.62 is reasonable. But the more important story is what comparable programs in Texas typically deliver. Similar IT administration associate's programs across the state show median earnings around $49,000, suggesting that students in this field locally tend to earn substantially more than the national average. That $7,000 gap between what peer programs in Texas typically produce and what national benchmarks suggest raises questions about whether Lamson's approach to this credential prepares graduates as competitively for the local market.

The debt estimate tracks closely with both state and national norms for this type of program, so the financing picture appears typical. What's less clear is whether the curriculum and industry connections match what higher-earning programs deliver. With 45% of students receiving Pell grants, many families here are counting on this degree to deliver meaningful economic mobility. When similar Texas programs range from $36,500 to over $61,000 in starting salaries, where Lamson graduates actually land on that spectrum makes all the difference. Before committing, you'd want concrete placement data showing where recent graduates work and what they actually earn—information that would reveal whether this program is building the skills San Antonio employers value most.