C
Average
Score: 52/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
59/100 · earnings-weighted

South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Weslaco, Texas 78599
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: 79%
Outcomes
B
69/100
Affordability
C
46/100
Resources
C+
60/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
29/100

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

263
Total Enrollment
79%
Graduation Rate
80%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$31,102
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$26,349
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$15,917
Median debt at graduation
79.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
83.6%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 51% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 46th 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 South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco

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
Ground Transportation$46,909$53,208+2%#35 of 103#47—
Precision Metal Working$30,105$45,650-6%#238 of 365#252$13,000
Health and Medical Administrative Services$22,506$30,738-13%#442 of 496#441$20,000
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$22,869$28,749-16%#590 of 637#598$12,668
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions$19,134$28,047-17%#312 of 332#301$10,835

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 South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $187,913
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,015/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 78562 (6.4% cap, La Villa)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

94%
Receive Any Aid
90%
Receive Pell Grants
87%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

263
Total Students
48%
Women
78%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 1%
Hispanic 93%
Black 2%
Asian 3%
Two or More 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 78%
25-64 (Adult) 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco?
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 South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco?
The graduation rate at South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco is 79%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco a good school?
South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco?
South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco has a total enrollment of 263 students. Most students (78%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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