Lincoln Tech Opens New Campus in Houston

The career training school expands its Texas footprint with a new location offering programs in high-demand fields.

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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Lincoln Educational Services Corporation, a national leader in technical career training, has opened a new campus in Houston, Texas. The new location offers hands-on programs in automotive, welding, electrical, and HVAC, fields that are projected to see significant job growth in the state over the next decade. The grand opening event on February 18th will feature tours, equipment demonstrations, and remarks from Lincoln Tech's leadership as well as local industry partners.

Why it matters

The new Lincoln Tech campus in Houston aims to help address critical skills gaps in several essential industries by training the next generation of workers. With projected job growth in these fields, the campus will play a key role in building the Texas workforce and providing career opportunities for graduates.

The details

The new 35,000-square-foot Lincoln Tech campus in Houston offers training programs in automotive service technology, electrical and electronic systems technology, HVAC, and welding and fabrication. The campus features state-of-the-art labs and equipment to provide students with hands-on, career-focused education. Lincoln Tech has had a presence in Texas since 1966 and sees the new Houston location as a way to continue serving as a leader in workforce development for the state.

  • The grand opening celebration for the new Lincoln Tech Houston campus will take place on February 18, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
  • The new campus is projected to help fill over 240,000 jobs in the automotive, welding, electrical, and HVAC industries across Texas by 2032.

The players

Scott Shaw

Lincoln Tech's President and CEO.

Cory Hughes

Campus President of the new Lincoln Tech Houston location.

Adrian Garcia

Commissioner, Harris County Precinct 2.

Christine Hwong

Vice President of Financial Planning and Treasurer, Group 1 Automotive.

Lucas Motycka

General Manager - Greater Houston Area, Johnson Controls International.

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What they’re saying

“We've had a presence in Texas dating back to 1966, and we know there's a consistent need for essential workers in the automotive industry and skilled trades. With the opening of our Houston campus, we're proud to continue as a state leader in training a new generation of workers to revitalize the workforce in these fields.”

— Scott Shaw, Lincoln Tech's President and CEO (bakercityherald.com)

“Students and employers across the area have definitely welcomed us here in Houston – the excitement has been tremendous. The auto, electrical, HVAC and welding industries are facing critical skills gaps, and Lincoln Tech is proud to be training the next generation of workers, keeping companies staffed and operating at top efficiency. We look forward to serving the Houston community for years to come.”

— Cory Hughes, Campus President (bakercityherald.com)

What’s next

The grand opening event on February 18th will feature tours of the new campus, equipment demonstrations, and remarks from Lincoln Tech's leadership team as well as local industry partners.

The takeaway

Lincoln Tech's expansion into Houston aims to help address critical workforce needs in several essential industries across Texas, providing career-focused training and a pipeline of skilled workers to support the state's economic growth.