Dental Support Services and Allied Professions at Miller-Motte College-STVT-Corpus Christi

This dental support services program at Miller-Motte College presents a concerning value proposition, with graduates earning significantly below national standards. At $19,134 in the first year after graduation, earnings rank in just the 5th percentile nationally—meaning 95% of similar programs across the country produce better outcomes. Even within Texas, where dental support wages tend to be lower, this program sits at the 40th percentile, with the state median nearly $2,600 higher.

The debt picture offers some relief, with graduates owing $11,825—higher than both state and national medians but still manageable given the 0.62 debt-to-earnings ratio. The 17% earnings growth over four years is positive, but even after that increase, graduates earn $22,287, which remains well below what students achieve at top Texas programs like The College of Health Care Professions, where graduates earn around $29,000.

For families considering this investment, the numbers suggest looking elsewhere. With 41 dental support programs available across Texas, many offering substantially better earning potential for similar or lower debt, this program represents a weak return on investment. The high percentage of Pell Grant recipients (80%) indicates the school serves lower-income students who particularly need strong employment outcomes—making these below-average results especially concerning.