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Lamson Institute
San Antonio, Texas · Private for-profit career college
Address: 5819 NW Loop 410-Ste 160, San Antonio, TX 78238 · Phone: 2105201800102 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Lamson Institute is a private for-profit trade school in San Antonio, TX offering HVAC, electrician, and medical assistant programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Lamson Institute has a 79.5% completion rate versus a 63.5% state average, with median graduate debt of $7,853 and median earnings of $38,015 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Lamson Institute is reported at $31,737, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 51.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $38,100 | $57,760 | $69,860 |
| Electricians | $37,920 | $58,570 | $71,130 |
| Medical assistants | $31,200 | $39,520 | $46,180 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $48,910 | $62,240 | $68,410 |
| Medical records specialists | $34,440 | $48,860 | $63,970 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 92 | $42,328 | $35,123 | $8,867 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 92 | $41,306 | $53,108 | $9,238 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 38 | $26,122 | $27,584 | $8,155 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 31 | $26,122 | $27,584 | $8,155 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 17 | $29,117 | $29,685 | $7,600 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 17 | 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
Lamson Institute is a private for-profit trade and career training campus located in San Antonio, Texas. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants. The campus offers six program families, with the highest completer counts in HVAC schools (92), electrician schools (92), and medical assistant programs (69). Other program families include LPN programs and medical billing and coding.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 79.5%, which is above the Texas state average of 63.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,853, and median earnings ten years after entry are $38,015. Annual cost of attendance is reported at $31,737, and 51.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment.
This campus, with 498 undergraduates and 287 recent trade completers, may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on trade credentials rather than traditional degree pathways; program length details beyond completer counts are not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers considering skilled-trade or healthcare-support fields may want to review program specifics directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and outcomes independently, check the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for Lamson Institute.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Lamson Institute offers six program families, with the most completers in HVAC schools (92), electrician schools (92), and medical assistant programs (69). It also includes LPN programs and medical billing and coding.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Lamson Institute is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, with a current status of Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus 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 79.5%, which is above the Texas state average of 63.5%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $7,853, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $38,015, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $31,737.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Lamson Institute is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and institutional funding sources compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at 2105201800102 or visit lamson.edu for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?456214.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Specific adult or career-changer fit details are not reported in federal data; the program families offered (HVAC, electrician, medical assistant) are common paths for career changers, but scheduling and format should be confirmed with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at 2105201800102 for program-specific requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Lamson Institute at 2105201800102 or through its website, lamson.edu.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in federal data; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?456214 to compare outcomes across schools.
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.