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Delta Technical College-Mississippi
Horn Lake, Mississippi · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 6530 Interstate Blvd., Horn Lake, MS 38637 · Phone: (662) 280-1443 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Delta Technical College-Mississippi is a private for-profit trade school in Horn Lake, MS offering CDL training, medical assistant, and dental assistant programs, accredited by ACCSC.
Delta Technical College-Mississippi has a 71.3% completion rate, above the Mississippi average of 59.5%, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $33,601 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Delta Technical College-Mississippi is $21,871, federal financial aid can be used here, and 85.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $35,710 | $51,820 | $63,630 |
| Medical assistants | $29,210 | $35,360 | $38,190 |
| Dental assistants | $30,650 | $39,160 | $47,450 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $36,800 | $51,100 | $63,440 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $17,370 | $27,560 | $39,810 |
| Electricians | $38,200 | $60,860 | $63,740 |
| Phlebotomists | $27,730 | $36,290 | $38,820 |
| Medical records specialists | $31,010 | $41,500 | $50,500 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Mississippi (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 665 | $30,388 | $28,998 | $6,333 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 252 | $22,746 | $22,350 | $9,500 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 160 | $20,714 | $21,020 | $9,500 |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, under 300 hours | 127 | $30,388 | $28,998 | $6,333 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 109 | $28,998 | $28,157 | $9,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 87 | $15,720 | $15,398 | $11,450 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 77 | $29,536 | $32,925 | $9,500 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 67 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 23 | $26,589 | $23,207 | $9,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | $15,720 | $15,398 | $11,450 |
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
Delta Technical College-Mississippi is a private for-profit trade school located in Horn Lake, MS, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at this campus. The school awards credentials most often in CDL / truck driving schools (792 completers), medical assistant programs (252 completers), and dental assistant schools (160 completers), among ten total program families offered.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 71.3%, above the Mississippi state average of 59.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings ten years after entry are $33,601. Annual cost of attendance is reported at $21,871, and 85.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a largely low-income student population. Program-length breakdowns by specific track are not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on trade credentials in fields like trucking, medical assisting, or dental assisting rather than a traditional two- or four-year degree path, though individual program lengths and schedules are not detailed here. Career changers should confirm specific program timelines, licensing requirements, and current tuition directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status and review the underlying federal outcomes data through the College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Delta Technical College-Mississippi offers ten program families, most notably CDL/truck driving, medical assistant programs, and dental assistant schools, alongside welding, cosmetology, electrician, phlebotomy, and medical billing/coding programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), 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 FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 71.3%, which is above the Mississippi state average of 59.5%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $33,601, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $21,871.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
It is a private for-profit school; this can affect tuition levels, financial aid eligibility, and outcomes reporting, so prospective students should review federal data carefully.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (662) 280-1443 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through ACCSC and review completion, debt, and earnings data through the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?447023.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The program mix of CDL training, medical assisting, and dental assisting suggests shorter, career-focused training options, but specific fit for adult learners depends on schedules not detailed in this data; contact the school to confirm.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements vary by program and are not specified in this data; contact the school directly for program-specific requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can call (662) 280-1443 or visit https://www.deltatechnicalcollege.com/ for enrollment information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across institutions.
Nearby trade and career schools in Mississippi
- Delta Technical College - Horn Lake, MSHorn Lake, MS
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- Fosters Cosmetology CollegeRipley, MS · 91% completion
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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.