Physical Science Technologies/Technicians
Associate's degree · Texas State Technical College · Waco, TX
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Physical Science Technologies/Technicians at Texas State Technical College earn a median of $42,769 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $80,768 four years after graduating (middle half: $51,052–$132,357). Median debt is $9,084, about 21% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Physical Science Technologies/Technicians (Associate's degree) at other Texas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Lee College Baytown | $94,986 | $8,225 |
| Kilgore College Kilgore | $68,335 | $14,417 |
| Houston City College Houston | $60,612 | $16,784 |
| San Jacinto Community College Pasadena | $59,496 | $9,750 |
| Del Mar College Corpus Christi | $56,948 | $5,375 |
| Alvin Community College Alvin | $54,543 | — |
| Lone Star College System The Woodlands | $53,976 | — |
| Lamar State College-Orange Orange | $49,932 | $10,787 |
| College of the Mainland Texas City | $49,694 | $11,529 |
| Wharton County Junior College Wharton | $45,277 | $14,000 |
| Lamar Institute of Technology Beaumont | $42,539 | $13,769 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Physical Science Technologies/Technicians graduates from Texas State Technical College make?
The median salary is $42,769 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $9,084.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.