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Hill College
Hillsboro, Texas · Public community college
Address: 112 Lamar Dr, Hillsboro, TX 76645 · Phone: (254) 659-7500 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Hill College is a public trade and career school in Hillsboro, Texas, offering welding, cosmetology, and auto mechanic programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Hill College's completion rate is 31.6%, below the state average of 63.5%; median graduate debt is $10,000 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $39,572, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Hill College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 31.4% of students receive Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,380 | $53,340 | $64,770 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,580 | $30,680 | $47,180 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $29,360 | $48,310 | $62,270 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $38,100 | $57,760 | $69,860 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $48,910 | $62,240 | $68,410 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $48,550 | $78,630 | $93,830 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $30,320 | $37,260 | $44,240 |
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 | 66 | $28,318 | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 37 | not reported | $14,935 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 22 | not reported | not reported | $10,500 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $28,318 | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 4 | $35,124 | 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 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | 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
Hill College is a public trade and career-training campus in Hillsboro, Texas, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, applies here. The campus offers 14 program families, most frequently awarding credentials in welding schools, cosmetology schools, and auto mechanic schools, alongside HVAC, LPN, radiology technician, and EMT training tracks.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 31.6%, which is below the state average of 63.5%. Median debt among graduates is $10,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $39,572. About 31.4% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 196 trade program completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 2,253, and a locale classified as a distant town, Hill College may suit students seeking hands-on, short-to-mid-length trade programs in fields like welding or cosmetology rather than longer academic degrees. Adults considering a career change should note the below-average completion rate reported here and weigh it against their own circumstances. Anyone evaluating this school should confirm current accreditation status directly and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Hill College offers 14 program families, most notably welding schools, cosmetology schools, and auto mechanic schools, along with HVAC, LPN, radiology technician, and EMT training.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Hill 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 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 31.6%, which is below the Texas state average of 63.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $10,000, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $39,572, per federal Scorecard 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 directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Hill College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and Title IV aid eligibility, as confirmed here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school at (254) 659-7500 or visit its website for specifics.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and review official outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?225371.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not directly address adult career-changer fit; however, the trade program mix (welding, cosmetology, auto mechanics) suggests hands-on, occupational training rather than long academic degrees.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to ask about certification pathways for specific trades.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Hill College at (254) 659-7500 or through its website, https://www.hillcollege.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; check the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across 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.