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Texas County Technical College
Houston, Missouri · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 6915 S Hwy 63, Houston, MO 65483 · Phone: (417) 967-5466 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Texas County Technical College is a private for-profit trade school in Houston, Missouri, offering LPN / LVN programs, accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
Texas County Technical College has a 25.0% completion rate, below Missouri's 69.3% state average, with median graduate debt of $13,195 and median earnings of $40,843 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Texas County Technical College; the school does participate in federal financial aid (Title IV), and about 66.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $48,580 | $61,530 | $70,230 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Missouri (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 | 14 | $33,175 | $32,213 | $9,969 |
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
Texas County Technical College is a private for-profit trade school in Houston, Missouri, located in a remote rural setting. The campus participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and it is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, with its nursing program also recognized by the Missouri State Board of Nursing. The school's primary offering is LPN / LVN programs, with 14 recent completers in that field.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 25.0%, which is below the Missouri state average of 69.3%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $13,195, and median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $40,843. About 66.2% of students received Pell Grants, indicating a large share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus centers on a single credential path — practical nursing — which may suit students seeking a focused, direct route into healthcare work rather than a broad associate-degree experience. Given the reliance on Pell Grants among enrolled students, it may also draw students who need financial aid support. Prospective students, including career changers, should independently verify current accreditation status and program details directly with the school, and review 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?
Texas County Technical College offers LPN / LVN programs, with 14 recent program completers reported.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, and its nursing program is also recognized by the Missouri State Board of Nursing.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and 66.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 25.0%, which is below the Missouri state average of 69.3%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates who borrowed carried a median debt of $13,195, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $40,843.
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 at (417) 967-5466 or visit its website for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Texas County Technical College is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition structure and financial aid eligibility compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm the schedule and duration of its LPN / LVN program.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status through the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?441487.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers a single, focused LPN / LVN credential path in a remote rural location, which may suit those seeking a direct entry into nursing work, but specific scheduling and format details are not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
The LPN / LVN program relates to practical nursing licensure overseen by the Missouri State Board of Nursing; contact the school for details on exam and licensing requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Texas County Technical College at (417) 967-5466 or through its website, https://www.texascountytech.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard for nearby program comparisons.
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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.