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South Plains College

Levelland, Texas · Public

Welding schoolsCosmetology schoolsLPN / LVN programsCulinary & pastry schoolsDiesel mechanic schoolsAuto mechanic schoolsElectrician schoolsSurgical technologist programsHVAC schoolsEMT & paramedic trainingRadiology & sonography programsMedical assistant programs
29%completion rate · Texas avg 64%
$10,500median debt of graduates
$35,025median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$41,276median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
not reportedannual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing | American Physical Therapy Association, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Edu | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (Accredited)
Address: 1401 S. College Ave, Levelland, TX 79336 · Phone: 80689496112542 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

South Plains College is a public trade and career school in Levelland, Texas, offering welding, cosmetology, and LPN/LVN programs, accredited by SACS.

South Plains College has a 28.9% completion rate versus a 63.5% state average, with median graduate debt of $10,500 and median earnings of $41,276 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, is available, and about 38.5% of students receive Pell Grants.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
South Plains College South Plains College: 28.9% 28.9% Texas average Texas average: 63.5% 63.5% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers$38,380$53,340$64,770
Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists$23,580$30,680$47,180
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses$48,910$62,240$68,410
Chefs and head cooks$31,380$56,080$71,870
Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists$40,930$58,810$70,400
Automotive service technicians and mechanics$29,360$48,310$62,270
Electricians$37,920$58,570$71,130
Surgical technologists$39,950$65,220$80,790
HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers$38,100$57,760$69,860
Emergency medical technicians$30,320$37,260$44,240
Radiologic technologists and technicians$48,550$78,630$93,830
Medical assistants$31,200$39,520$46,180

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

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Precision Metal Working Certificate, 300–899 hours 89 $30,915 $30,771 not reported
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 1–2 years 81 $14,762 $15,721 $9,999
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Certificate, 1–2 years 49 $37,602 $34,704 $10,500
Culinary Arts and Related Services Certificate, 300–899 hours 44 not reported not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 300–899 hours 39 $31,050 $26,353 not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 300–899 hours 27 $31,050 $26,353 not reported
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) Certificate, 300–899 hours 23 not reported not reported not reported
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers Certificate, 300–899 hours 22 not reported not reported not reported
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Associate degree 18 $45,935 $42,682 not reported
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Associate degree 16 $45,935 $42,682 not reported
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services Associate degree 14 not reported $48,823 not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 300–899 hours 11 $31,050 $26,353 not reported
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers Certificate, 300–899 hours 9 not reported not reported not reported
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Certificate, 300–899 hours 8 not reported not reported not reported
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Associate degree 7 $45,935 $42,682 not reported
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Certificate, 300–899 hours 7 not reported not reported not reported
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 300–899 hours 7 $14,762 $15,721 $9,999
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Certificate, 1–2 years 6 not reported not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Associate degree 6 $38,078 $32,925 not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Associate degree 6 $38,078 $32,925 not reported
Culinary Arts and Related Services Associate degree 5 not reported not reported not reported
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers Associate degree 5 not reported not reported not reported
Precision Metal Working Associate degree 4 not reported $42,682 not reported
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers Associate degree 2 not reported not reported not reported
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) 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.

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About this school

South Plains College is a public trade and career training campus in Levelland, Texas. It holds accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, along with program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education. Because the school participates in Title IV, students can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants. Across its 25 programs, the campus awards the most completions in welding (93), cosmetology (88), and LPN/LVN programs (49).

Federal data shows a completion rate of 28.9%, which is below the Texas state average of 63.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $10,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $41,276. About 38.5% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.

With 6,005 undergraduates and 506 trade program completers located in a distant-town setting, this campus offers a mix of shorter certificate-style trade programs and longer degree paths across fields like welding, cosmetology, and nursing. Career changers should review specific program lengths directly with the school before enrolling. To verify accreditation status and outcomes independently, check the school's accreditors listed above and consult the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

South Plains College offers 25 programs, with the most completions in welding schools (93), cosmetology schools (88), and LPN/LVN programs (49). Program families also include diesel mechanic, electrician, HVAC, EMT, radiology tech, and medical assistant training.

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, the school is accredited. It holds accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, plus program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.

Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?

Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.

What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?

The completion rate is 28.9%, which is below the Texas state average of 63.5%, per federal Scorecard data.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Graduates carry a median debt of $10,500, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry are $41,276, 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 directly at its website for current tuition figures.

Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?

South Plains College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition costs for in-state residents compared to private for-profit schools.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly to confirm program duration for individual trades.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can confirm accreditation status through the listed accreditors and review official outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the link provided.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

The data does not specify program formats or schedules aimed at working adults; prospective students should contact the school directly to ask about flexible scheduling for career changers.

What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?

Licensing requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school or check with your state's licensing board for fields like cosmetology, LPN, or welding.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can reach South Plains College through its website, https://www.southplainscollege.edu/, or by phone using the number listed in school records.

How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?

Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings with other 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.

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