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Miller-Motte College-STVT-San Antonio
San Antonio, Texas · Private for-profit career college
Address: 734 SE Military Drive, San Antonio, TX 78214 · Phone: (210) 782-8000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Miller-Motte College-STVT-San Antonio is a private for-profit trade school in San Antonio, TX offering welding, auto mechanic, and diesel mechanic programs, accredited by ACCSC.
Miller-Motte College-STVT-San Antonio has a 68.7% completion rate, above the Texas average of 63.5%, with median graduate debt of $15,917 and median earnings of $31,102 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Miller-Motte College-STVT-San Antonio is $25,318, federal financial aid can be used here, and 71.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
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 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $29,360 | $48,310 | $62,270 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $40,930 | $58,810 | $70,400 |
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $38,150 | $56,290 | $64,820 |
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, 1–2 years | 145 | $31,614 | $28,993 | $13,000 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 77 | $29,343 | $27,657 | $15,333 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 61 | $29,343 | $27,657 | $15,333 |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, under 300 hours | 16 | $42,409 | $30,988 | 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
Miller-Motte College-STVT-San Antonio is a private for-profit trade and career campus located in San Antonio, Texas. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and is eligible for federal financial aid (Title IV). The campus's most-awarded programs are welding schools, auto mechanic schools, and diesel mechanic schools, drawing from a broader lineup that also includes CDL training across four program families.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 68.7%, which is above the Texas state average of 63.5% for similar programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $15,917, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $31,102. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $25,318, and 71.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student body with substantial financial need. Program length and schedule details are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Given its concentration in short, skills-focused trade programs like welding, auto repair, and diesel mechanics, this campus may suit students seeking direct-entry career training rather than a multi-year associate degree path, though this is not explicitly confirmed by the data. Adults and career changers should independently verify program lengths, schedules, and course formats directly with the school. Prospective students can confirm accreditation status and review the full outcomes data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus's top programs are welding schools, auto mechanic schools, and diesel mechanic schools, with CDL training also offered. In total it awards credentials across four program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, 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. About 71.4% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 68.7%, which is above the Texas state average of 63.5% for similar campuses.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $15,917, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $31,102.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $25,318.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which typically means it operates for shareholder or owner profit rather than being funded by state government or a nonprofit board; cost and outcomes can differ from public institutions, so comparing the figures above is worthwhile.
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 (210) 782-8000 or visit stvt.edu for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through ACCSC and review the school's federal outcomes data directly at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?460172.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus concentrates on hands-on trade programs like welding, auto repair, and diesel mechanics, which are often structured for direct workforce entry, but specific scheduling or adult-learner accommodations are not reported in federal data — confirm with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the campus by phone at (210) 782-8000 or through its website, https://www.stvt.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data does not include direct comparisons to other nearby schools; prospective students can look up other San Antonio-area trade campuses on the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings.
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.