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Average
Score: 47/100

Coastal Bend College

2-Year Public
📍 Beeville, Texas 78102
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (F) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 11%
Outcomes
F
30/100
Affordability
A
85/100
Resources
C
50/100
Experience
C+
55/100
Prestige
F
23/100

Quick Stats

3,792
Total Enrollment
11%
Graduation Rate
43%
Retention Rate
23.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$4,040
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Coastal Bend College

36% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,354 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$159,465
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,005
1-Year Change
-0.3%
For parents & investors

The Coastal Bend College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $159,465
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,005/mo — vs ~$267/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 78102 (4.9% cap, Beeville)

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🏆 Where Coastal Bend College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#15
Construction/Heavy Equipment/Earthmoving Equipment Operation
of 17 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,080 $4,530
Room $2,400
Board $4,300
Total Cost (On-Campus) $16,901 $17,351

Financial Aid

97%
Receive Any Aid
69%
Receive Pell Grants
11%
Take Out Loans
$4,040
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$2,627
$30,001 - $48,000$3,366
$48,001 - $75,000$5,762
$75,001 - $110,000$9,158
$110,001+$9,469

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

General Studies 252 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 70 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 51 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 44 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 43 grads/yr Construction/Heavy Equipment/Earthmoving Equipment Operation 30 grads/yr Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 26 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 20 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 13 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 12 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 11 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 10 grads/yr Forensic Science and Technology 9 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 4 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 3 grads/yr Petroleum Technology/Technician 3 grads/yr Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General 2 grads/yr Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General 2 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 1 grads/yr Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General 1 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Coastal Bend College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr 457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr 38,900 jobs
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses
$62k/yr 651,400 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Makeup artists, theatrical and performance
$50k/yr 7,000 jobs
Skincare specialists
$42k/yr 97,400 jobs

Student Demographics

3,792
Total Students
64%
Women
31%
Traditional Age (18-24)
36%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 16%
Hispanic 78%
Black 2%
Asian 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 20%
Off-Campus (Renters) 36%
With Family 44%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,354 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 23%
Hybrid (Some Online) 24%
Fully Online 53%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 31%
25-64 (Adult) 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Coastal Bend College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Coastal Bend College?
Tuition at Coastal Bend College is $4,080 for in-state students and $4,530 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $4,040.
What is the graduation rate at Coastal Bend College?
The graduation rate at Coastal Bend College is 11%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Coastal Bend College a good school?
Coastal Bend College has a Repit College Score of 47/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (F): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Coastal Bend College?
Coastal Bend College has a total enrollment of 3,792 students.
Is there rental demand near Coastal Bend College?
Yes! Approximately 36% of students at Coastal Bend College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,354 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Beeville area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology