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M T Training Center

Grand Prairie, Texas · Private for-profit career school

CDL / truck driving schoolsWelding schools
83%completion rate · Texas avg 64%
$6,755median debt of graduates
$31,880median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
not reportedmedian earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$21,792annual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Council on Occupational Education (Accredited)
Address: 1801 S. Great Southwest Parkway, Grand Prairie, TX 75051 · Phone: (972) 262-5395 · 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.

M T Training Center is a private for-profit trade school in Grand Prairie, Texas, offering CDL/truck driving and welding programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.

M T Training Center has an 83.2% completion rate, above the Texas state average of 63.5%, and graduates carry a median debt of $6,755, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.

Annual cost of attendance at M T Training Center is $21,792, and the school accepts federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 31.6% of students receive Pell Grants.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
M T Training Center M T Training Center: 83.2% 83.2% 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)
Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers$38,150$56,290$64,820
Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers$38,380$53,340$64,770

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
Ground Transportation Certificate, under 300 hours 224 $23,594 $26,715 $6,754
Ground Transportation Certificate, 300–899 hours 79 $23,594 $26,715 $6,754
Precision Metal Working Certificate, 1–2 years 15 $28,759 $30,554 $10,378

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

M T Training Center is a private for-profit trade school in Grand Prairie, Texas, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education. It participates in federal Title IV programs, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help cover costs. The campus is best known for CDL and truck driving training, along with welding programs, together making up its three offered program tracks.

Federal data shows a completion rate of 83.2%, above the Texas state average of 63.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,755, which is relatively low compared to many trade programs nationally. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $21,792, and 31.6% of students receive Pell Grants, reflecting a meaningful share of low-income enrollment.

This campus, located in a large suburb setting, may suit students seeking short, focused career-training programs rather than multi-year associate degrees, given its concentration in CDL and welding training. These fields typically involve hands-on, shorter-duration instruction, which can appeal to adult learners or career changers seeking a faster path to employment, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education and review official outcome figures through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling, since some metrics, such as earnings, are not available here.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

M T Training Center offers CDL and truck driving training along with welding programs, totaling three program offerings.

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, it 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, the 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 83.2%, which is above the Texas state average of 63.5%.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Graduates carry a median debt of $6,755 according to federal data.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard link for updates.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

The annual cost of attendance is listed at $21,792.

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

M T Training Center is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and financial aid eligibility compared to public or non-profit institutions.

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 (972) 262-5395 for details.

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

You can confirm accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review federal outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?481003.

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

The school's focus on CDL and welding training suggests hands-on, career-focused instruction, though specific program lengths and scheduling are not reported in federal data; contact the school to confirm fit.

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

This information is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or visit its website at https://mttrainingcenter.org/ for specifics.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can reach M T Training Center at (972) 262-5395 or visit https://mttrainingcenter.org/ for application information.

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

Comparative data on nearby schools is not included in this dataset; use the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes across 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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