Somatic Bodywork at Milan Institute-San Antonio Ingram

Milan Institute's Somatic Bodywork certificate leaves graduates earning barely above minimum wage—$19,016 in the first year—and earnings actually slip to $18,246 by year four. This ranks below 60% of Texas programs in this field, where the state median sits at $20,079. Parker University, also in Texas, produces graduates earning 70% more ($32,172), while even mid-tier programs like Avenue Five Institute ($22,720) substantially outperform Milan. With 73% of students receiving Pell grants, this program serves predominantly low-income students who emerge with limited earning power.

The $7,690 debt load is below the national median, which offers some relief. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.40 means graduates owe about five months' salary—manageable in theory, but challenging when your annual income barely clears $19,000. The negative earnings trajectory suggests this credential doesn't lead to career advancement over time.

For families considering this investment, the math is stark: other Texas programs consistently deliver better outcomes, often by $3,000-5,000 more annually. That gap compounds over a career. If somatic bodywork is the goal, choosing a higher-performing program in the state would mean the same credential with substantially better financial prospects. This particular program appears to be training students for near-poverty wages in a field where better-paying options exist nearby.