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Private for-profit, Less than 2-Year
Brownsville, TX

South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Brownsville

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in TX. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$19,735

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

70.5%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$31,102

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Brownsville is a distinguished Private for-profit, Less than 2-Year institution located in Brownsville, TX. With a competitive tuition profile of $19,735, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 70.5% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$39,470

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

35.8 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$1,102

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

-$28,450

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

-$17,430

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Brownsville is $15,917.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
68.8%
31.3%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
94.3%
White
3.4%
Unknown
1.1%
Two or more
0.6%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.6%
Asian
0.0%
Black
0.0%
International
0.0%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$19,735

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$19,084
$30k - $48k$19,292
$48k - $75k$25,069
$75k+$25,069

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$15,917
Pell Grant Recipients74.0%
Using Federal Loans76.6%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment34.1%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

90.2%

Success

70.5%

In-State Cost

$19,735

Age 25+ Students

21.6%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie -2

Working at 6yr

11,719 students

Living In Brownsville

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
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Studio

$660

Monthly Average

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1 Bedroom

$761

Monthly Average

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2 Bedrooms

$965

Monthly Average

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3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Brownsville metropolitan area.