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Cisco College
Cisco, Texas · Public community college
Address: 101 College Heights, Cisco, TX 76437 · Phone: (254) 442-5000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Cisco College is a public trade school in Cisco, Texas offering LPN/LVN, welding, and auto mechanic programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Cisco College has a 29.8% completion rate versus a 63.5% state average, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $39,092 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Cisco College; the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, and 25.8% 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 | $48,910 | $62,240 | $68,410 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,380 | $53,340 | $64,770 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $29,360 | $48,310 | $62,270 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,580 | $30,680 | $47,180 |
| Construction laborers | $32,560 | $40,620 | $46,950 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $38,100 | $57,760 | $69,860 |
| Surgical technologists | $39,950 | $65,220 | $80,790 |
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 | 44 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 24 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 2 | 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
Cisco College is a public trade and career training campus located in Cisco, Texas. The school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and it participates in federal Title IV programs, meaning students can use FAFSA-based financial aid, including Pell Grants, to help pay for enrollment. Among its nine program families, the campus awards the most credentials in LPN / LVN programs (44 completers), welding (24), and auto mechanic training (17), alongside offerings in cosmetology, construction trades, HVAC, and surgical technology.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 29.8%, which is below the state average of 63.5% for comparable institutions. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $39,092. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 25.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income enrollment among the school's 1,620 undergraduates.
Given its mix of licensed practical nursing, welding, and automotive programs, this campus may suit both recent high school graduates and adult career changers seeking hands-on, trade-specific training in a rural setting, though specific program lengths are not stated here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and review the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard for the most current completion, debt, and earnings figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Cisco College offers programs across nine families, with the most completers in LPN / LVN programs (44), welding (24), and auto mechanic training (17). It also offers cosmetology, construction trades, HVAC, and surgical technology programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Cisco College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and its status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, Cisco 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 is 29.8%, which is below the Texas state average of 63.5%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $9,500, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $39,092.
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 (254) 442-5000 or visit https://www.cisco.edu/ for current tuition information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Cisco College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for in-state residents and eligibility for state funding support, though specific tuition figures are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the provided federal data; contact the school directly at (254) 442-5000 or via https://www.cisco.edu/ to confirm program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and review completion, debt, and earnings data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?223898.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers hands-on trade programs such as welding, auto mechanics, and LPN training that may suit career changers, though specific scheduling or adult-learner accommodations are not reported in this data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Cisco College by phone at (254) 442-5000 or through its website at https://www.cisco.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This comparison is not reported in the available federal data; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?223898 for nearby institutions with similar programs.
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.