C+
Above Average
Score: 55/100

Del Mar College

4-Year Public
📍 Corpus Christi, Texas 78404
Outcomes
D
42/100
Affordability
A
87/100
Resources
B
71/100
Experience
C
46/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

9,720
Total Enrollment
13%
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$4,322
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Del Mar College

42% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 4,082 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$156,208
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,306
1-Year Change
+0.2%
For parents & investors

The Del Mar College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $156,208
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,306/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 78402 (18.3% cap, Corpus Christi)

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🏆 Where Del Mar College Ranks

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

#7
CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician
of 27 schools
#8
Chemical Technology/Technician
of 23 schools
#8
Building/Property Maintenance
of 20 schools
#10
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician
of 100 schools
#20
Welding Technology/Welder
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $2,190 $3,300

Financial Aid

83%
Receive Any Aid
70%
Receive Pell Grants
6%
Take Out Loans
$4,322
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$3,320
$30,001 - $48,000$3,840
$48,001 - $75,000$6,768
$75,001 - $110,000$8,141
$110,001+$12,022

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Welding Technology/Welder 259 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 180 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 128 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 117 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 117 grads/yr Chemical Technology/Technician 112 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 92 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 74 grads/yr Management Information Systems, General 46 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 41 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 38 grads/yr CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician 37 grads/yr Building/Property Maintenance 30 grads/yr Psychology, General 26 grads/yr Art/Art Studies, General 25 grads/yr Architectural Engineering Technologies/Technicians 22 grads/yr Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 21 grads/yr Physical Therapy Assistant 20 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 19 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 19 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Del Mar College's top programs commonly pursue.

Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr 457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr 38,900 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers
$60k/yr 425,200 jobs
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses
$62k/yr 651,400 jobs
Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs

Student Demographics

9,720
Total Students
58%
Women
49%
Traditional Age (18-24)
42%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 19%
Hispanic 71%
Black 2%
Asian 2%
Two or More 1%
Non-Resident 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 42%
With Family 58%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~4,082 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 23%
Hybrid (Some Online) 52%
Fully Online 25%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 49%
25-64 (Adult) 27%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Del Mar 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 Del Mar College?
Tuition at Del Mar College is $2,190 for in-state students and $3,300 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $4,322.
What is the graduation rate at Del Mar College?
The graduation rate at Del Mar College is 13%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Del Mar College a good school?
Del Mar College has a Repit College Score of 55/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Del Mar College?
Del Mar College has a total enrollment of 9,720 students.
Is there rental demand near Del Mar College?
Yes! Approximately 42% of students at Del Mar College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 4,082 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Corpus Christi area.

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