South Texas College

Overview

South Texas College, established in 1993, is a public institution located in McAllen, Texas, a city near the border with Mexico, approximately 70 miles west of the Gulf of Mexico. The college offers a diverse range of academic programs with notable focuses on Business Administration, Nursing, and Technology Applications. South Texas College presents a non-residential campus but facilitates student housing through nearby off-campus apartment complexes. While it does not have a traditional campus atmosphere due to its primarily commuter nature, it does provide a supportive environment for learning with facilities spread across five campuses and two higher education centers in the Rio Grande Valley. Academic offerings range from certificate programs to bachelor's degrees, catering to both workforce training and academic transfer. The college?s application process is characterized by an open admissions policy. South Texas College does not emphasize intercollegiate athletics, focusing instead on its educational mission.

South Texas College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  8,427 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 19,467 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $2,610 plus fees of $1,920.