Lamson Institute ★ Hidden gem
San Antonio, Texas · Private, for-profit · 498 undergraduates
All 4 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical Texas high-school graduate (about $34,809/yr). Another 2 programs did not have enough data to judge.
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $25,650 |
| $30k to $48k | $26,108 |
| $48k to $75k | $26,118 |
| $75k to $110k | $30,162 |
| $110k and up | $30,873 |
| All families (average) | $26,587 |
Net price is the yearly cost after grants and scholarships, by family income (College Scorecard). Credit: TuitionTracker.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $57,714 | +$22,905 | clears the bar | $9,238 | 0.4 yrs |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $58,691 | +$23,882 | clears the bar | $8,867 | 0.4 yrs |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $41,923 | +$7,114 | clears the bar | $8,155 | 1.1 yrs |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $41,218 | +$6,409 | clears the bar | $7,600 | 1.2 yrs |
Access and outcomes: 51% of students receive Pell grants · 80% complete their program.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.