Ground Transportation at Miller-Motte College-STVT-San Antonio

This Ground Transportation program at Miller-Motte College-San Antonio delivers solid initial earnings that outperform 75% of similar programs nationwide, with graduates earning $46,909 in their first year—well above the national median of $41,414. However, the program's defining weakness becomes apparent over time: earnings actually decline by 16% to $39,461 by year four, creating an "early peak" pattern that's concerning for long-term career prospects.

The debt picture is reasonable at $7,875, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.17, meaning graduates can theoretically pay off their loans with less than three months of gross income. Within Texas, this program performs at the median level, which is actually quite competitive given that Texas appears to be a strong state for this field—the state median matches what ranks in the 75th percentile nationally.

The earnings decline over time is the critical red flag here. While your child would start with decent pay that beats three-quarters of similar programs nationwide, the fact that earnings drop significantly suggests limited advancement opportunities or industry challenges. This pattern, combined with the high percentage of Pell grant recipients (67%), suggests this program may be better suited as a stepping stone rather than a long-term career foundation. If your child is considering this field, ensure they have a clear plan for career progression beyond the initial certificate.