C+
Above Average
Score: 58/100
Overall (traditional)
A+
Outcome Rating
94/100 · earnings-weighted

School of Automotive Machinists & Technology

2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Houston, Texas 77055
ℹ️
Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (A) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 93%
Outcomes
A
82/100
Affordability
D
43/100
Resources
C
54/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
C+
50/100

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

102
Total Enrollment
93%
Graduation Rate
78%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
59%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at School of Automotive Machinists & Technology, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$57,529
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$47,526
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$9,500
Median debt at graduation
92.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
41.5%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 17% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 98th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (TX wage index 0.97). 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 School of Automotive Machinists & Technology

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
Precision Metal Working$43,065$51,062+5%#127 of 365#147$16,354
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians$30,420$49,844-3%#177 of 319#170$9,500

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

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  • Avg home value near campus: $614,850
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,556/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 77091 (4.7% cap, Houston)

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🏆 Where School of Automotive Machinists & Technology Ranks

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

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

90%
Receive Any Aid
51%
Receive Pell Grants
59%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

102
Total Students
2%
Women
70%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 63%
Hispanic 26%
Black 6%
Asian 2%
Two or More 1%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 70%
25-64 (Adult) 30%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at School of Automotive Machinists & Technology?
School of Automotive Machinists & Technology has an acceptance rate of 59%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend School of Automotive Machinists & Technology?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at School of Automotive Machinists & Technology?
The graduation rate at School of Automotive Machinists & Technology is 93%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is School of Automotive Machinists & Technology a good school?
School of Automotive Machinists & Technology has a Repit College Score of 58/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C+): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend School of Automotive Machinists & Technology?
School of Automotive Machinists & Technology has a total enrollment of 102 students.

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