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Pima Medical Institute-San Antonio
San Antonio, Texas · Private for-profit career college
Address: 6550 First Park Ten Blvd, San Antonio, TX 78213 · Phone: (210) 966-9764 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Pima Medical Institute-San Antonio is a private for-profit trade school in San Antonio, TX offering phlebotomy, medical assistant, and dental assistant programs, accredited by CODA and JRCERT.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 57.5% completion rate, below the state average of 63.5%, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $38,673 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Pima Medical Institute-San Antonio is $25,980, federal financial aid can be used here (Title IV), and 50.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phlebotomists | $32,570 | $40,450 | $47,690 |
| Medical assistants | $31,200 | $39,520 | $46,180 |
| Dental assistants | $35,400 | $45,430 | $48,280 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 51 | $26,937 | $26,254 | $3,166 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 29 | $26,901 | $27,140 | $8,890 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 24 | $26,901 | $27,140 | $8,890 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 24 | $24,908 | $25,121 | $8,508 |
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
Pima Medical Institute-San Antonio is a private for-profit trade and career school located in San Antonio, Texas. The campus participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), and its accreditation includes the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. The school's most-awarded programs are phlebotomy classes, medical assistant programs, and dental assistant schools, with pharmacy tech programs also offered, across four total program families.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 57.5%, which is below the state average of 63.5% for similar programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $38,673. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $25,980, and 50.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of students with financial need. Enrollment across trade programs totals 424 students, with 128 recent completers.
This campus, situated in a large city, offers short, focused programs in medical and dental support fields that may suit students seeking entry-level allied health careers, including adult career changers, based on the program types listed—though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the listed accreditors 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?
Pima Medical Institute-San Antonio offers four program families: phlebotomy classes, medical assistant programs, dental assistant schools, and pharmacy tech programs. The most-awarded programs are phlebotomy classes, medical assistant programs, and dental assistant schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. Its accreditors include the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning 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 57.5%, which is below the Texas state average of 63.5% for comparable programs.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is reported as $9,500.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $38,673, per federal Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed as $25,980.
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 and financial aid options 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 (210) 966-9764 or visit pmi.edu for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the listed accreditors and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?494588.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The program families listed—phlebotomy, medical assisting, dental assisting, and pharmacy tech—are common entry points for career changers, though specific fit details such as scheduling are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact the school by phone at (210) 966-9764 or visit their website at https://pmi.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard for side-by-side comparisons.
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.