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Southwest School of Business and Technical Careers-San Antonio
San Antonio, Texas · Private for-profit
Address: 229 SW Military Drive, San Antonio, TX 78221 · Phone: (830) 626-7007 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Southwest School of Business and Technical Careers-San Antonio is a private for-profit trade school in San Antonio, TX offering medical assistant and pharmacy technician programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 61.2% completion rate versus a 63.5% state average, with graduates carrying a median debt of $7,273 and median earnings of $24,251 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Southwest School of Business and Technical Careers-San Antonio is $27,110, federal financial aid is accepted, and 98.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $31,200 | $39,520 | $46,180 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $35,920 | $45,900 | $48,960 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 20 | $21,197 | $17,707 | $7,387 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | $21,197 | $17,707 | $7,387 |
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
Southwest School of Business and Technical Careers-San Antonio is a private for-profit trade school located in San Antonio, Texas. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in federal financial aid programs, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help pay for their education. The campus's top programs are medical assistant programs (20 completers) and pharmacy technician programs (1 completer), reflecting its focus in healthcare support fields.
According to federal data, the campus's completion rate is 61.2%, which is near the Texas state average of 63.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,273, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $24,251. The annual cost of attendance is $27,110, and 98.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating the student body is largely made up of lower-income students relying on financial aid.
This campus may suit students seeking focused, shorter-term training in medical assisting or pharmacy technician work rather than a multi-year degree, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adults considering a career change should verify current program offerings, schedules, and licensing requirements directly with the school. Prospective students can confirm accreditation status through the Council on Occupational Education and review updated 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?
This campus offers medical assistant programs (20 completers) and pharmacy technician programs (1 completer), covering two program families total.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation status is listed as 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 eligible 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 61.2%, which is near the Texas state average of 63.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,273, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $24,251, according to federal Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $27,110.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs, financial aid terms, and institutional funding compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (830) 626-7007 or via https://www.sws.edu/ for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?228282.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers focused healthcare-support programs like medical assisting and pharmacy technician training, which may appeal to career changers, though specific scheduling and format details are not reported in federal data and should be confirmed with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm requirements for medical assistant or pharmacy technician roles.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Southwest School of Business and Technical Careers-San Antonio at (830) 626-7007 or visit https://www.sws.edu/ to learn about applying.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?228282 to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings 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.