School of Automotive Machinists & Technology ★ Hidden gem
Houston, Texas · Private, for-profit · 88 undergraduates
All 2 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical Texas high-school graduate (about $34,809/yr). Another 1 programs did not have enough data to judge.
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $26,167 |
| $30k to $48k | $27,178 |
| $48k to $75k | $27,770 |
| $75k to $110k | $32,175 |
| $110k and up | $33,348 |
| All families (average) | $28,242 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $49,844 | +$15,035 | clears the bar | $9,500 | 0.6 yrs |
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $51,062 | +$16,253 | clears the bar | $16,354 | 1 yr |
Access and outcomes: 42% of students receive Pell grants · 93% 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.