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Southern Careers Institute-Waco
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Annual Tuition
$18,450
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
N/A
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
58.5%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$27,035
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Southern Careers Institute-Waco is a distinguished Private for-profit, 2-Year institution located in Waco, TX. With a competitive tuition profile of $18,450, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 58.5% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 2-Year Cost
$36,900
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
N/A
Earnings below HS baseline
Annual Earnings Boost
-$2,965
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
-$66,550
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
-$96,200
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. Median graduate debt at Southern Careers Institute-Waco is $8,708.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$18,450
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
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
41.0%
Success
58.5%
In-State Cost
$18,450
Age 25+ Students
56.1%
Carnegie Class
Carnegie -2
Working at 6yr
4,082 students
Local City Insights
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