Ground Transportation at M T Training Center
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
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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 $31,730βabout $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 rateβyou'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
Earnings Distribution
How M T Training Center graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| M T Training Center | $28,532 | $31,730 | +11% |
| Miller-Motte College-STVT-McAllen | $46,909 | $39,461 | -16% |
| Miller-Motte College-STVT-San Antonio | $46,909 | $39,461 | -16% |
| Miller-Motte College-STVT-Arlington | $46,909 | $39,461 | -16% |
| CET-El Paso | $34,665 | $38,368 | +11% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Ground Transportation certificate's programs at peer institutions in Texas (9 total in state)
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| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $28,532 | $31,730 | $6,754 | 0.24 | |
| $46,909 | $39,461 | $7,875 | 0.17 | |
| $46,909 | $39,461 | $7,875 | 0.17 | |
| $46,909 | $39,461 | $7,875 | 0.17 | |
| $34,665 | $38,368 | $6,650 | 0.19 | |
| National Median | $41,414 | β | $7,706 | 0.19 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with ground transportation graduates
Locomotive Engineers
Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostlers
Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers
Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters
Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary
Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators
Pile Driver Operators
Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
Logging Equipment Operators
Bus Drivers, School
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity
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.