The campus of Border Institute is in El Paso, Texas, which is a large city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degrees at Border Institute include, at the school's highest level, the Certificate.
The school is known for its programs in business and management and engineering technician.
Admission at Border Institute is selective, not open to all who apply.
In 2005, the school had 184 students enrolled (173 full-time equivalent). Border Institute has a large minority student population.
A lot of students at the school attend part-time.
More complete details are provided below.
Border Institute Of Technology
9611 Acer Ave
El Paso, TX 79925
Border Institute awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 44 | business management, merchandising sales and marketing |
| Engineering Technician | 33 | computer systems tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Border Institute in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 77 | 3 |
In 2005, Border Institute had a total enrollment of 184 students (173 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 61% |
| Women | 39% |
| Full-Time | 86% |
| Part-Time | 14% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 26% |
| Black | 19% |
| Hispanic | 54% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 23% |
| 20-21 | 26% |
| 22-24 | 23% |
| 25-29 | 15% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Texas | 100% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 37 % |
| Part-Time | 52 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of El Paso, Texas for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Texas Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 59 | 33 | 56% | 28 | 85% |
| Men | 35 | 21 | 60% | 17 | 81% |
| Women | 24 | 12 | 50% | 11 | 92% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | not required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 6,910 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 6,910 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,700 |
Financial Aid:
Border Institute participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 1298200)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 8 | $15,000 | 3 | $16,000 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 8 | $15,000 | 3 | $16,000 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Specialized Merchandising, Sales, and Marketing Operations, Other
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Border Institute Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Career placement services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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