C
Average
Score: 48/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
36/100 · earnings-weighted

Vet Tech Institute of Houston

2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Houston, Texas 77027
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 (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 60%
Outcomes
B
65/100
Affordability
C
48/100
Resources
C
45/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
25/100

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

190
Total Enrollment
60%
Graduation Rate
76%
Retention Rate
16.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
83%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Vet Tech Institute of Houston, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$35,765
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$34,979
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$12,000
Median debt at graduation
54.6%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
56.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 34% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 16th percentile among associate-degree-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 Vet Tech Institute of Houston

Median pay of associate's degree 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
Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians$30,665$35,785-14%#111 of 124#116$12,000

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: $827,914
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,780/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 77057 (4.1% cap, Houston)

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🏆 Where Vet Tech Institute of Houston Ranks

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

#30
Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $13,960 $13,960

Financial Aid

90%
Receive Any Aid
57%
Receive Pell Grants
67%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant 114 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Vet Tech Institute of Houston's top programs commonly pursue.

Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Veterinary technologists and technicians
$46k/yr 134,200 jobs
Veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers
$37k/yr 117,800 jobs

Student Demographics

190
Total Students
88%
Women
77%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 28%
Hispanic 47%
Black 16%
Asian 2%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 77%
25-64 (Adult) 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Vet Tech Institute of Houston?
Vet Tech Institute of Houston has an acceptance rate of 83%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Vet Tech Institute of Houston?
Tuition at Vet Tech Institute of Houston is $13,960 for in-state students and $13,960 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Vet Tech Institute of Houston?
The graduation rate at Vet Tech Institute of Houston is 60%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Vet Tech Institute of Houston a good school?
Vet Tech Institute of Houston has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (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 smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Vet Tech Institute of Houston?
Vet Tech Institute of Houston has a total enrollment of 190 students. Most students (77%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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