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Private for-profit, Less than 2-Year
Garland, TX

Graduate America College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in TX. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$8,800

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

92.7%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$22,178

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Graduate America College is a distinguished Private for-profit, Less than 2-Year institution located in Garland, TX. With a competitive tuition profile of $8,800, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 92.7% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$17,600

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

N/A

Earnings below HS baseline

Annual Earnings Boost

-$7,822

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

-$95,820

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

-$174,040

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Below-Baseline Earnings

Graduates of this institution earn below the national HS diploma median ($30k/yr). Individual outcomes vary significantly by program — check the Career Paths section below for field-specific earnings.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
100.0%
0.0%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
52.8%
White
22.2%
Black
15.3%
Asian
4.2%
International
2.8%
Two or more
2.8%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%
Unknown
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$8,800

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$15,416
$30k - $48k$13,378
$48k - $75k$14,348
$75k+Not Reported

Debt & Financial Aid

Pell Grant Recipients54.1%
Using Federal Loans0.0%
Historical 3yr Loan RepaymentN/A

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

95.7%

Success

92.7%

In-State Cost

$8,800

Age 25+ Students

40.3%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie -2

Working at 6yr

38 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Garland (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Garland (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.