Ground Transportation at Miller-Motte College-STVT-McAllen

This Ground Transportation program at Miller-Motte College-McAllen delivers solid initial earnings but faces a concerning decline over time. Graduates earn $46,909 in their first year—ranking in the 75th percentile nationally and matching the Texas median exactly. The debt load of $7,875 is reasonable, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.17.

However, the program's major weakness is its negative earnings trajectory. By year four, median earnings drop to $39,461, a 16% decline that's unusual for career-focused programs. This suggests graduates may start in higher-paying positions but struggle to advance or maintain those wage levels over time. Among Texas programs, this ranks at the 60th percentile—decent but not exceptional given the state's strong transportation sector.

The high Pell Grant percentage (74%) indicates this program serves predominantly low-income students, which adds context to the earnings figures. While the initial earnings are competitive and debt is manageable, parents should be concerned about the earnings decline. This program works best for students who need immediate entry into the workforce and can leverage that first-year earning potential, but it may not provide the career growth trajectory typical of other technical programs.