Jay's Technical Institute
A good fit for families looking for lower cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. 62% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
Jay's Technical Institute is a private for-profit institution located in Houston, Texas with approximately 79 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $14,934 per year. The graduation rate is 47%, and the typical graduate earns $24,700 within 10 years of enrollment.
Students considering a short-term technical credential in Houston and who need to keep debt low may find something workable here — the median debt at graduation is a relatively modest $11,000, which is a real point in this school's favor. That said, the full picture gives me pause: a 47% graduation rate means roughly half of students who start never finish, and those who do are earning a median of just $24,700 ten years out, which makes it genuinely hard to build financial stability even with low debt. At $14,934 per year in net costs, you're not paying a fortune, but you are taking on real risk given those outcomes. Before applying, I'd strongly encourage you to ask the admissions office directly about job placement rates in specific fields and talk to recent graduates about where they actually landed — not just where they hoped to land. If you're set on technical training in Houston, it's worth comparing this school against Houston Community College or San Jacinto College, which offer similar pathways with stronger completion data and lower overall cost.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 19% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (79 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Jay's Technical Institute cost?
The average net price at Jay's Technical Institute is about $14,934 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.
What is the graduation rate at Jay's Technical Institute?
Jay's Technical Institute has a graduation rate of 47%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.
Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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