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Corpus Christi Colleges

Corpus Christi Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Corpus Christi

There are at least 8 colleges in Corpus Christi, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 20,808 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 13,846 full-time students, and a reported 1,340 dorm rooms.

The largest schools here include Del Mar College and Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi.

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Career Centers of Texas
Corpus Christi, 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
Corpus Christi, 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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Corpus Christi Open Admission Colleges

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

Career Centers of Texas-Corpus Christi
1620 S. Padre Island Drive
Corpus Christ, Texas 78416

  • Programs: medical assistant, medical office assistant, nursing assistant, dental assistant, computer and info science, medical billing.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 830 students, 830 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Credit for experience.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Del Mar College
101 Baldwin Blvd.
Corpus Christi, Texas 78404-3897

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: registered nursing, MIS, liberal arts and sciences, business management, HVAC, automobile mechanics, cosmetology, business.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 11,167 students, 5,853 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services.

South Texas Barber College Inc
3917 Ayers
Corpus Christi, Texas 78415

  • Programs: barber, manicurist, cosmetoloty instructor, personal grooming.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 56 students, 55 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Colleges With Selective Admissions

These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2007 information.

Education Service Center-Region 2
209 N Water St
Corpus Christi, Texas 78401

Southern Careers Institute Inc-Corpus Christi
2422 Airline Road
Corpus Christi, Texas 78414

  • Programs: medical assistant, pharmacy tech, medical secretary, administrative assistant, accounting technology, general office occupations.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 192 students, 192 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: Credit for experience.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi
6300 Ocean Dr.
Corpus Christi, Texas 78412-5503

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: interdisciplinary studies, business management, registered nursing, psychology, biology, criminal justice and safety, marketing, communication studies.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's.
  • Student Body: 8,563 students, 6,916 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 1,340 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 410-510. Math: 420-520.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

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