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Brazosport College
Lake Jackson, Texas · Public college
Address: 500 College Dr, Lake Jackson, TX 77566 · Phone: (979) 230-3000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Brazosport College is a public trade school in Lake Jackson, Texas, offering electrician, welding, and HVAC programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates at Brazosport College carry a median debt of $5,641 and earn a median of $45,910 ten years after entry; completion rate compared with the state average is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact Brazosport College for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 17.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $37,920 | $58,570 | $71,130 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,380 | $53,340 | $64,770 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $38,100 | $57,760 | $69,860 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $29,360 | $48,310 | $62,270 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $48,910 | $62,240 | $68,410 |
| Machinists | $38,600 | $59,180 | $69,800 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $30,320 | $37,260 | $44,240 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters | $38,270 | $59,840 | $74,100 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Texas (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 27 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Brazosport College is a public trade and career school in Lake Jackson, Texas, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus offers 20 program families, with the largest concentrations in electrician schools (43 completers), welding schools (35), and HVAC schools (23), alongside programs in auto mechanics, LPN, CNC machining, EMT training, and plumbing.
Federal data show 151 trade-program completers against an undergraduate enrollment of 2,622. The campus's own completion rate compared with the Texas state average of 63.5% is not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $5,641, and median earnings 10 years after entry were $45,910. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 17.4% of students receive Pell Grants, pointing to a mix of income levels among enrollees.
Given the mix of shorter trade certificates (electrician, welding, HVAC) and longer academic programs, this campus can suit both first-time students and adult career changers, though specific program lengths and schedules are not detailed in this data — contact the school directly to confirm. To verify accreditation and outcomes yourself, check the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools listing and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the link provided by the school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Brazosport College offers 20 program families, with the most completers in electrician schools (43), welding schools (35), and HVAC schools (23). It also includes auto mechanics, LPN, CNC machining, EMT training, and plumbing programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Brazosport College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus's completion rate compared with the Texas state average of 63.5% is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school or check the College Scorecard for more detail.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates who borrowed carried a median debt of $5,641, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry were $45,910, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Brazosport College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition rates than for-profit schools and eligibility for state funding support.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to confirm schedules and durations for specific trades.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and check outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?223506.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a mix of shorter trade programs like welding and HVAC alongside longer academic tracks, but specific fit for career changers depends on schedules and program length, which are not detailed in this data. Contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school at (979) 230-3000 or visit https://www.brazosport.edu/ to learn about specific program requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Brazosport College at (979) 230-3000 or visit https://www.brazosport.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; check the College Scorecard for side-by-side data on similar institutions.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.