Median Earnings (1yr)
$28,532
5th percentile (10th in TX)
Median Debt
$6,754
12% below national median
Debt-to-Earnings
0.24
Manageable
Sample Size
107
Adequate data

Analysis

M T Training Center's Ground Transportation program produces earnings dramatically below what students should expect from this credential in Texas. Four years out, graduates earn just $31,730—about $15,000 less than the $46,900 median for this program in Texas. That's bottom-decile performance in a state where multiple institutions are placing graduates at nearly 50% higher pay levels.

The comparison to other Texas schools is stark. The top three Ground Transportation programs in the state all report median earnings of $46,900, while M T Training Center graduates earn roughly two-thirds of that amount even after four years of work experience. At least the debt burden stays manageable at $6,754, but low debt doesn't compensate for earnings this far below market rate—you're still leaving tens of thousands on the table compared to better-performing programs.

For parents evaluating this program, the question isn't whether their child can afford it, but why they'd choose it when other Texas schools in the same field are delivering significantly better outcomes. The 11% earnings growth from year one to year four suggests some career progression, but graduates are starting from such a low baseline that they're not catching up to their peers. Look seriously at the Miller-Motte locations or CET-El Paso, where graduates are entering the workforce at substantially higher wage levels right from the start.

Where M T Training Center Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all ground transportation certificate's programs nationally

M T Training CenterOther ground transportation programs

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 M T Training Center graduates compare to all programs nationally

M T Training Center graduates earn $29k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all ground transportation certificate programs nationally.

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.

Compare to Similar Programs in Texas

Ground Transportation certificate's programs at peer institutions in Texas (9 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
M T Training Center$28,532$31,730$6,7540.24
Miller-Motte College-STVT-McAllen$46,909$39,461$7,8750.17
Miller-Motte College-STVT-San Antonio$46,909$39,461$7,8750.17
Miller-Motte College-STVT-Arlington$46,909$39,461$7,8750.17
CET-El Paso$34,665$38,368$6,6500.19
National Median$41,414$7,7060.19

Other Ground Transportation Programs in Texas

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Miller-Motte College-STVT-McAllen
McAllen
$46,909$7,875
Miller-Motte College-STVT-San Antonio
San Antonio
$46,909$7,875
Miller-Motte College-STVT-Arlington
Arlington
$46,909$7,875
CET-El Paso
El Paso
$34,665$6,650

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 M T Training Center, approximately 35% 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 107 graduates with reported earnings and 132 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.