Brownsville, Texas Colleges

Learn the basics about colleges in Brownsville and what economic sectors could be favorable to recent college graduates in the area.

Brownsville, Texas Colleges and Careers

Given its strategically important location at the confluence of the Rio Grande River and the Gulf of Mexico, the Texas city of Brownsville has a rich history, and notably was the site of the last battle of the Civil War. However, it is not a place that is mired in the past. Robust international trade has kept Brownsville growing and thriving, and graduates who begin their careers there could be well-positioned for the future.

Brownsville colleges

Although the University of Texas-Brownsville has a large student population of nearly 14,000, it is a recently-created school, having been established in 1991. It has quickly become one of the primary U.S. institutions of higher learning graduating Latinos. About 92 percent of the student body is Hispanic, according to the university's website, and the Excelencia in Education research group ranked it No. 8 in the country for associate degrees conferred to Latinos and No. 24 for bachelor's degrees. Astronomy, biomedicine, transnational studies, and educational development are a few of its signature programs. As listed on the UTB website, in-state undergraduate tuition is $2,997 and out-of-state is $7,692. This is well under the average for Texas public universities, which according to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating board will have average tuition and fees of $7,360 (in-state) and $17,659 (out-of-state) for 2012-13. UTB currently combines aspects of a community college and a university due to its partnership with Texas Southmost College; however, TSC is seeking separate accreditation to become an independent institution.

Brownsville careers

Heavy and light manufacturing have long been mainstays of the Brownsville economy with key employers being Consulting Point, Keppel Amfels and Jamestown Plastics. Its location on the Gulf of Mexico also makes the city a transportation and logistics center with a world-class deep sea port. But Brownsville is also seeing tremendous growth in next-generation sectors like nanotechnology and renewable energy. There are plans for the nation's largest offshore wind farm to be constructed in the waters off Brownsville, and Photon8, a local research and development company, is making breakthroughs in biofuel production. According to the Department of Labor, Brownsville ranked No. 1 in Texas for job growth in 2010.

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Schools and Colleges in Brownsville, Texas

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Kaplan College KHE - Brownsville

Looking to gain a competitive edge in your career? Kaplan College offers a learning experience that is anything but typical. Our faculty and staff are not just academics-they're seasoned professionals who can give you the real-world knowledge you need to succeed. And we offer a flexible and accelerated schedule designed to meet the needs of your busy life. Our programs are designed to prepare you for success in any of a variety of fields, including Criminal Justice, Health Care, Business, Education, Information Technology, Legal Studies, or Fashion and Design.

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South Texas Vocational Technical Institute - Brownsville (Main Campus)

South Texas Vocational Technical Institute can give you the hands-on Technical and Vocational training you need for a better future. We offer a variety of career-focused programs at our new, state-of-the-industry facilities in the Rio Grande Valley, San Antonio, and Corpus Christi, including Health and Wellness, Automotive and HVAC, Combination Welding, and others. We offer job search assistance for graduates, and financial aid is available for most programs to those who qualify.

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Southern Careers Institute - Brownsville

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For more than 50 years, Southern Careers Institute has taught thousands of students the necessary professional skills to help them establish and advance their career path of choice. To get ahead in today's job market, you have to have great training and a solid foundation of knowledge. With multiple campuses throughout Texas, SCI features quality class instructors and department leads who help prepare each student for a healthcare or business career. Upon graduation, SCI students are encouraged to take full advantage of the comprehensive job placement program. The combination of great training and job readiness skills will set you up for success!

Southern Careers Institute is committed to developing each student's potential. We help you achieve this by providing focused and practical training programs which lead to rewarding job opportunities. Our dedicated staff strives to help meet the needs of each student. At SCI, we push to stimulate, motivate and educate our students in order to prepare them for graduation and productive careers. Register today and take that first step toward your dream job and career path.

For your convenience SCI Texas offers day and evening classes for all programs at all campus locations.