Is South Texas College worth it?
South Texas College is a public, four-year institution in McAllen, Texas (midsize city). It awarded 5,896 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in general studies, welding technology and liberal arts and sciences.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$28,878
Median earnings 4 years after
$40,768
Median earnings 10 years after
$36,788
Average net price
$1,751
Completion rate
27%
Completions (2024)
5,896
Students (undergrad)
15,856
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $31,973 | $45,612 | 314 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $75,733 | $88,029 | 275 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Associate | $25,738 | $39,235 | 206 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | $26,091 | $41,670 | 121 |
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate certificate | $24,265 | $45,926 | 120 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Associate | $16,902 | $31,083 | 115 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $20,366 | $29,990 | 110 |
| Business/Commerce, General | Associate | $24,738 | $37,416 | 108 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate certificate | $33,171 | $55,675 | 102 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Bachelor's | $33,063 | $42,423 | 88 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Bachelor's | $40,288 | $46,438 | 80 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate | $32,084 | $39,050 | 70 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Undergraduate certificate | $20,150 | $39,957 | 66 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Undergraduate certificate | $42,378 | $54,273 | 60 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate | $68,727 | $63,833 | 53 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies | Associate | 1,107 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 354 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 298 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 283 |
| Business/Commerce, General | Associate | 259 |
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | Associate | 241 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 211 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 206 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 163 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Associate | 159 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 32% | 9,910 |
| Educational Services | 16% | 4,883 |
| Retail Trade | 13% | 4,033 |
| Public Administration | 6% | 1,903 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 6% | 1,782 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 5% | 1,614 |
| Construction | 5% | 1,493 |
| Finance and Insurance | 4% | 1,258 |
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Sources: federal figures for South Texas College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Texas. Counts under 10 are not published.
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