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Brownsville Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Brownsville

There are at least 5 colleges in Brownsville, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 18,022 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 11,252 full-time students, and a reported 468 dorm rooms.

The largest schools here include Texas Southmost College and The University of Texas at Brownsville.

Please also check for colleges in the nearby cities and towns, shown at the left. We also provide an extensive list of Texas Colleges.

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  • There are a lot of studio and one-bedroom apartments in Brownsville.

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Career Centers of Texas
Brownsville, Texas

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Engineering Technician, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Office And Administration
  • Degrees/Course Work: Certificate, Diploma
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South Texas Vocational Technical Institute
Brownsville, Texas

Offers career training in a variety of fields. Located at three campuses in Texas.

  • Programs: Business And Management, Construction Trades, Engineering Technician, Law, Liberal Arts, Mechanics And Repair, Medical Support And Technology, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Diploma
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Brownsville Open Admission Colleges

Schools open to most or all qualified applicants (qualifications vary).
Based on 2007 information.

Career Centers of Texas-Brownsville
1900 North Expressway
Brownsville, Texas 78521

  • Programs: medical office assistant, medical assistant, computer support, HVAC tech.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 807 students, 807 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Texas Southmost College
80 Fort Brown
Brownsville, Texas 78520

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: general studies, registered nursing, social work, business, child care provider, licensed practical nurse, construction manager, criminal justice and safety.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 12,395 students, 7,520 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 234 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services.

The University of Texas at Brownsville
80 Fort Brown
Brownsville, Texas 78520-4991

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: interdisciplinary studies, business management, biology, criminal justice and administration, health and physical education, psychology, instructional media design, educational administration.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's.
  • Student Body: 4,820 students, 2,925 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 234 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

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Colleges in Nearby Cities and Towns

(Student count includes part-time and full-time; not all students live in the city or town. Data as of 2007.)

City/TownCollegesPop.
(2000)		StudentsDorms
Harlingen Colleges357,5645,866398

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