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Average
Score: 52/100

Texas Southmost College

2-Year Public
📍 Brownsville, Texas 78520
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 (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 27%
Outcomes
C
45/100
Affordability
A
87/100
Resources
C
51/100
Experience
C
51/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

8,193
Total Enrollment
27%
Graduation Rate
64%
Retention Rate
24.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$5,085
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Texas Southmost College

27% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 2,228 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$190,759
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,512
1-Year Change
+3.9%
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The Texas Southmost College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $190,759
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,512/mo

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🏆 Where Texas Southmost College Ranks

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

#12
Building/Construction Site Management/Manager
of 15 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $1,800 $3,000

Financial Aid

99%
Receive Any Aid
79%
Receive Pell Grants
10%
Take Out Loans
$5,085
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,139
$30,001 - $48,000$6,053
$48,001 - $75,000$8,340
$75,001 - $110,000$10,489
$110,001+$11,487

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

General Studies 671 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 115 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 103 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 58 grads/yr Building/Construction Site Management/Manager 46 grads/yr Social Work 35 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 30 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 25 grads/yr Psychology, General 24 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 22 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 21 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 20 grads/yr Architecture 20 grads/yr Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General 19 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 17 grads/yr Teacher Education, Multiple Levels 16 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 15 grads/yr Secondary Education and Teaching 14 grads/yr Natural Sciences 14 grads/yr Building/Property Maintenance 12 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Texas Southmost College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
First-line supervisors of police and detectives
$106k/yr 160,800 jobs
First-line supervisors of correctional officers
$76k/yr 57,100 jobs
Criminal justice and law enforcement teachers, postsecondary
$71k/yr 16,200 jobs
Life, physical, and social science technicians, all other
$60k/yr 83,200 jobs
Detectives and criminal investigators
$94k/yr 117,900 jobs
Police and sheriff's patrol officers
$76k/yr 698,800 jobs
Bailiffs
$57k/yr 19,000 jobs

Student Demographics

8,193
Total Students
57%
Women
35%
Traditional Age (18-24)
27%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 2%
Hispanic 88%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 27%
With Family 73%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,228 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 71%
Hybrid (Some Online) 16%
Fully Online 13%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 35%
25-64 (Adult) 8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Texas Southmost 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 Texas Southmost College?
Tuition at Texas Southmost College is $1,800 for in-state students and $3,000 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $5,085.
What is the graduation rate at Texas Southmost College?
The graduation rate at Texas Southmost College is 27%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Texas Southmost College a good school?
Texas Southmost College has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): 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 Texas Southmost College?
Texas Southmost College has a total enrollment of 8,193 students.
Is there rental demand near Texas Southmost College?
Yes! Approximately 27% of students at Texas Southmost College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 2,228 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Brownsville area.

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