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Coastal Bend College, commonly referred to as CBC, is a public community college located in Beeville, Texas, United States. It was established in 1965 as Bee County College or BCC. After a few name and status changes, it was officially renamed Coastal Bend College on September 1, 1998. CBC also operates several branch campuses in Alice, Kingsville, and Pleasanton. The college offers a wide variety of degrees and programs in diverse areas of study.
CBC campus is home to several men’s and women’s sports teams. Their sports teams are nicknamed the Cougars. The Cougars participate in sports such as softball, volleyball, and basketball. The campus is home to several recognized student clubs and organizations.
The campus of Coastal Bend College is in Beeville, TX, which is a town not particularly near any major cities. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Coastal Bend College include, at the school's highest level, the Associate's degree.
The school is known for its programs in computer science and engineering and family and social work.
Its open admissions system makes Coastal Bend College an attractive choice for many applicants.
In 2007-2008, the school had 3,196 students enrolled (2,146 full-time equivalent). Coastal Bend College has a large minority student population.
The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Coastal Bend College is a comprehensive, public community college serving the South Texas area. It is a student-centered institution committed to the highest integrity and to the development of an educational culture that supports creativity, encourages professional development, and promotes excellence in all areas."
More complete details are provided below.
Coastal Bend College
3800 Charco Rd
Beeville, TX 78102
General Phone: (361) 358-2838
http://www.coastalbend.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 122 | liberal arts and humanities, liberal arts and sciences, sociology, history, speech and rhetoric, anthropology, political science, interdisciplinary studies, ... |
| Mechanics and Repair | 59 | automobile mechanics, HVAC, electrical installation and repair |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 57 | licensed practical nurse, EMT paramedic, registered nursing |
| Family and Social Work | 44 | housing, child development, child care provider, social work |
| Engineering Technician | 41 | water quality and recycling tech, drafting, construction engineering tech |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 31 | computer and info science, data processing tech, computer science, computer services management, computer programming |
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 30 | cosmetology, cosmetoloty instructor |
| Medical Support and Technology | 22 | dental hygienist, radiation therapist |
| Construction Trades | 20 | carpentry, power transmission, construction trades, electrician |
| Production Trades | 18 | welding |
| Office and Administration | 10 | general office occupations, office data entry |
| Landscaping and Horticulture | 10 | applied horticulture |
| Business and Management | 10 | accounting technology, business and related services, business management |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 9 | criminal justice and police, criminal justice and safety, corrections |
| Medical Administration | 4 | medical secretary, medical records tech, health care facilities management |
| Education and Teaching | 2 | kindergarten/preschool teaching, secondary teaching, music teaching, early childhood education, physical education teaching, art education |
| Science | 1 | biology, physical sciences, geology, chemistry |
| Therapy and Counseling | 0 | psychology, physical therapy |
| Law | 0 | pre-law |
| Mathematics | 0 | mathematics |
| Photography and Commercial Art | 0 | commercial art |
| Media | 0 | communication studies |
| Music | 0 | music performance |
| Engineering | 0 | engineering |
| Agricultural Science and Management | 0 | agriculture |
| Fine Arts | 0 | fine arts, art history and criticism |
| Medicine | 0 | pre-dentistry, pre-veterinary, pre-med |
Number of programs and degrees for Coastal Bend College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 235 | 25 |
| Associate's degree | 210 | 58 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 45 | 27 |
In 2007-2008, Coastal Bend College had a total enrollment of 3,196 students (2,146 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 28% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 65% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 21% |
| 18-19 | 22% |
| 20-21 | 14% |
| 22-24 | 9% |
| 25-29 | 10% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Texas | 100% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 35 % |
| Part-Time | 33 % |
Coastal Bend College offers campus housing for 178 of its 2,146 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Beeville, 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.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 3,990 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 4,440 |
| Room and board | $ 4,166 |
| Room charge | $ 1,560 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,500 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,765 |
Financial Aid:
Coastal Bend College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 354600)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 19 | $48,950 | 17 | $50,998 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 19 | $48,950 | 17 | $50,998 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 25 | $43,546 | 33 | $42,466 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 25 | $43,546 | 33 | $42,466 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agriculture, General
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Business Administration and Management, General
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
Computer Science
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Computer/Info Tech Services Administration & Management, Other
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Carpentry/Carpenter
Construction Trades, Other
Electrical and Power Transmission Installation/Installer, General
Electrician
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
ENGINEERING
Engineering, General
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
Water Quality & Wastewater Treatment Mgmt & Recycling Tech
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care Provider/Assistant
Child Development
Housing and Human Environments, General
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LANDSCAPING AND HORTICULTURE
Applied Horticulture/Horticulture Operations, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Anthropology
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Speech and Rhetorical Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair, General
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
MEDICINE
Pre-Dentistry Studies
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies
Pre-Veterinary Studies
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial and Advertising Art
PRODUCTION TRADES
Welding Technology/Welder
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Physical Sciences
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Corrections
Criminal Justice/Police Science
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Coastal Bend College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in mechanics and repair (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in medical administration (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
| Number of students (for open-admission colleges) | Top 20% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 20% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing
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