B
Good
Score: 64/100
Overall (traditional)
A
Outcome Rating
86/100 · earnings-weighted

Traviss Technical College

Less than 2-Year Public
📍 Lakeland, Florida 33803
ℹ️
Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 83%
Outcomes
B+
76/100
Affordability
A
88/100
Resources
B
65/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
D
33/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

512
Total Enrollment
83%
Graduation Rate
97%
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$588
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Traviss Technical College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$39,813
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$34,550
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
90.2%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
36.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 84th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (FL wage index 0.88). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Traviss Technical College

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians$35,210$47,717-8%#207 of 319#166—
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants$41,235$43,766-22%#665 of 757#651—
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services$17,741$27,248+4%#447 of 1025#372—

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Traviss Technical College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $289,187
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,596/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 33815 (7.5% cap, Lakeland)

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🏆 Where Traviss Technical College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist
of 100 schools
🥈
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician
of 81 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A N/A

Financial Aid

67%
Receive Any Aid
55%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
$588
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist 103 grads/yr Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician 26 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 26 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 24 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 23 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 21 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 19 grads/yr Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician 19 grads/yr Surgical Technology/Technologist 18 grads/yr Electrician 17 grads/yr Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician 16 grads/yr Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician 13 grads/yr Dental Assisting/Assistant 13 grads/yr Culinary Arts/Chef Training 4 grads/yr Prepress/Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design 3 grads/yr Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician 2 grads/yr Energy Systems Technology/Technician 1 grads/yr Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General 1 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Traviss Technical College's top programs commonly pursue.

Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Phlebotomists
$44k/yr 139,700 jobs
Engineering technologists and technicians, except drafters, all other
$77k/yr 67,300 jobs
Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers
$60k/yr 425,200 jobs
Electrical and electronics installers and repairers, transportation equipment
$83k/yr 7,000 jobs
Automotive service technicians and mechanics
$50k/yr 805,600 jobs
Electronic equipment installers and repairers, motor vehicles
$48k/yr 10,300 jobs
Computer and information systems managers
$171k/yr 667,100 jobs

Student Demographics

512
Total Students
39%
Women
67%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 44%
Hispanic 29%
Black 19%
Asian 2%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

With Family 100%

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 67%
25-64 (Adult) 18%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Traviss Technical College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Traviss Technical College?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Traviss Technical College?
The graduation rate at Traviss Technical College is 83%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Traviss Technical College a good school?
Traviss Technical College has a Repit College Score of 64/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Traviss Technical College?
Traviss Technical College has a total enrollment of 512 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology