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Laredo College
Laredo, Texas · Public college
Address: West End Washington St, Laredo, TX 78040 · Phone: (956) 721-5140 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Mar 2026 · Probation · Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Laredo College is a public trade and career school in Laredo, Texas offering LPN/LVN, welding, and electrician programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Laredo College graduates carry a median debt of $2,959 and earn a median of $33,934 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; completion rate versus the state average is not reported.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used, and 38.7% of students receive Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $48,910 | $62,240 | $68,410 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,380 | $53,340 | $64,770 |
| Electricians | $37,920 | $58,570 | $71,130 |
| Medical assistants | $31,200 | $39,520 | $46,180 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,580 | $30,680 | $47,180 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $40,930 | $58,810 | $70,400 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $48,550 | $78,630 | $93,830 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $29,360 | $48,310 | $62,270 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $30,320 | $37,260 | $44,240 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $31,380 | $56,080 | $71,870 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 76 | not reported | $23,649 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 62 | $32,673 | $20,921 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 35 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 24 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 23 | $30,461 | $28,598 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 22 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 19 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 13 | $41,025 | $44,942 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | $30,461 | $28,598 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 11 | $41,025 | $44,942 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 11 | $41,025 | $44,942 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 11 | $33,114 | $45,500 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | not reported | $17,437 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 9 | $33,114 | $45,500 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | $30,461 | $28,598 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 7 | $33,114 | $45,500 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 3 | 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
Laredo College is a public trade and career-training campus in Laredo, Texas, holding regional accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, plus program-specific accreditation from nursing, physical therapy, and radiologic technology bodies. Because it participates in Title IV federal aid, students can use FAFSA-based financial aid, including Pell Grants, to help pay for enrollment. Among its 18 program families, the campus awards the most credentials in LPN/LVN programs (76 completers), welding (62), and electrician training (46).
Federal data shows 362 trade-program completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 5,818. The completion rate compared with the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data, though the state average completion rate is listed at 63.5%. Median debt among graduates is $2,959, and median earnings ten years after entry are $33,934. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 38.7% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting a meaningful share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
Given its mix of short certificate programs (LPN, welding, electrician) and its large-city, public-institution setting, Laredo College may suit students seeking direct-entry trade credentials as well as those pursuing longer associate-level health programs. Career changers should review specific program lengths and licensing requirements directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and outcomes independently, consult the listed accreditors or the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Laredo College offers 18 program families, with the most completers in LPN/LVN programs (76), welding (62), and electrician training (46).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Laredo College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, along with program-specific accreditors for nursing, physical therapy, and radiologic technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, Laredo College participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate versus the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data; the state average completion rate is listed as 63.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $2,959, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $33,934, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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 information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Laredo College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition and stronger ties to state financial aid and community programs than for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the provided data; contact the school directly at (956) 721-5140 or visit laredo.edu for program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and other listed accreditors, and review outcomes on the College Scorecard at the provided URL.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a mix of short certificate programs like LPN and welding alongside longer allied-health tracks, which may suit adults seeking either quick entry or more advanced credentials, though specific fit should be confirmed with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Laredo College at (956) 721-5140 or through its website, https://www.laredo.edu/.
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.