Best colleges for Air Transportation in Texas
Ranked by graduate earnings
Tarrant County College District, LeTourneau University and Baylor University award the most Air Transportation degrees in Texas: 51, 49 and 40 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 12 Texas colleges offer Air Transportation and award 287 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Air Transportation program focuses on the various aspects of transportation and materials moving, preparing students for careers in the aviation industry. This program is ideal for individuals interested in aeronautics, airline…
Top 3 bachelor's programs, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LeTourneau University Longview Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree | $38,205 | 49 | 59% | $24,186 | $27,000 |
| 2 | Hallmark University San Antonio Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree Small program | $79,086 | 4 | 66% | $12,120 | — |
| 3 | University of North Texas Denton Public · Bachelor's degree Small program | $56,487 | 17 | 61% | — | $23,573 |
Top certificate or associate program
Shorter credentials, ranked separately so they are not compared with four-year degrees. Ranked by median earnings one year after completion (often called starting salary), College Scorecard.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Texas State Technical College Waco Public · Associate degree Small program | $35,008 | 11 | 46% | — | $12,054 |
Colleges awarding the most Air Transportation degrees in Texas
Top 8 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Certificate and associate programs, online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tarrant County College District Fort Worth Public | 51 | Not reported |
| 2 | LeTourneau University Longview Private not-for-profit | 49 | $38,205 |
| 3 | Baylor University Waco Private not-for-profit | 40 | Not reported |
| 4 | Texas A&M University - Central Texas Killeen Public | 39 | Not reported |
| 5 | Angelo State University San Angelo Public | 22 | Not reported |
| 6 | University of North Texas Denton Public | 17 | $56,487 |
| 7 | Hallmark University San Antonio Private not-for-profit | 4 | $79,086 |
| 8 | Stephen F Austin State University Nacogdoches Public | 3 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 4 Texas colleges offering Air Transportation
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lone Star College System | The Woodlands | Public | 29 |
| Texas Southern University | Houston | Public | 12 |
| Texas State Technical College | Waco | Public | 11 |
| Central Texas College | Killeen | Public | 10 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers (SOC 11-3071).
Top skills
What Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers earn in Texas
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Air Transportation programs in Texas.
Which Texas colleges award the most Air Transportation degrees?+
Tarrant County College District (51 graduates a year), LeTourneau University (49 graduates a year) and Baylor University (40 graduates a year) award the most Air Transportation degrees in Texas, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 12 Texas colleges offer Air Transportation.
Which Air Transportation program in Texas has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, LeTourneau University tops the list at $38,205. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers earn in Texas?+
The average annual wage for Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers in Texas is $114,870 (median $100,700), across about 28,710 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Air Transportation program?+
The Air Transportation program focuses on the various aspects of transportation and materials moving, preparing students for careers in the aviation industry. This program is ideal for individuals interested in aeronautics, airline…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop reading comprehension, active listening, monitoring, critical thinking, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers?+
The national job outlook is about +6.1% growth with around 18,500 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A High school diploma or equivalent is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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