Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technology at South Plains College

A 0.31 debt-to-earnings ratio suggests manageable financial risk for this technical program, though the picture comes with considerable uncertainty. Based on comparable associate's programs, graduates here appear to carry roughly $12,000 in debt—well below both the state median ($26,208) and national median ($14,907) for this field. The estimated first-year earnings of $38,908 align with what similar Texas programs produce, though this trails the national median by about $6,400. What matters more is the trajectory: by year four, earnings jump to $54,239, exceeding the national 75th percentile and suggesting solid career progression for those who stay in the field.

The gap between estimated first-year and actual fourth-year earnings is substantial and worth understanding. Texas's electronics maintenance market may reward experience more heavily than credentials alone, or graduates may need time to secure the better-paying positions. Either way, the relatively low debt load means early earnings don't need to be spectacular to make the math work. With 40% of students receiving Pell grants, South Plains serves a population where minimizing debt matters considerably.

The main caveat is that all early-career figures here are projections from peer programs rather than outcomes specific to South Plains graduates. If you're considering this path, talk directly with the program about where their recent graduates actually land and what local employers pay, particularly in the Levelland area versus larger Texas markets.