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Private for-profit, 2-Year
Brownsville, TX

Southern Careers Institute-Brownsville

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

Annual Tuition

$14,210

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

74.4%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$27,035

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Southern Careers Institute-Brownsville is a distinguished Private for-profit, 2-Year institution located in Brownsville, TX. With a competitive tuition profile of $14,210, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 74.4% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$28,420

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

N/A

Earnings below HS baseline

Annual Earnings Boost

-$2,965

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

-$58,070

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

-$87,720

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Below-Baseline Earnings

Graduates of this institution earn below the national HS diploma median ($30k/yr). Individual outcomes vary significantly by program — check the Career Paths section below for field-specific earnings.

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 Southern Careers Institute-Brownsville is $8,708.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
59.2%
40.8%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
77.4%
White
19.3%
Two or more
2.2%
Black
0.8%
Asian
0.2%
Unknown
0.2%
International
0.0%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
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

$14,210

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$16,391
$30k - $48k$16,890
$48k - $75k$17,548
$75k+$18,908

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$8,708
Pell Grant Recipients76.6%
Using Federal Loans71.4%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment18.1%

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

73.2%

Success

74.4%

In-State Cost

$14,210

Age 25+ Students

30.0%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie -2

Working at 6yr

4,082 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Brownsville (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Brownsville (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Brownsville

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$660

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$761

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$965

Monthly Average

🏢

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.