- Coastal Bend College is a comprehensive, public community college serving a diverse South Texas area. It is a student-centered institution committed to the highest integrity and to the development of an educational culture that supports creativity, encourages professional development, and promotes excellence in all areas.
School Highlights
Coastal Bend College serves 4,259 students (26% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 43:1 is higher than the state community college average of 34:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 75%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 4,259 students
- In-state tuition: $4,506
- Out-state tuition: $4,956
- Student-teacher ratio: 43:1
- Minority enrollment: 84%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Coastal Bend College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
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Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 99 teachers has declined by 62% over five years.
Coastal Bend College
(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
99 staff
73 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Coastal Bend College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 43:1 has increased from 8:1 over five years.
The Coastal Bend College diversity score of 0.38 is less than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,259 students
4,254 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
43:1
34:1
# Full-Time Students
1,113 students
902 students
# Part-Time Students
3,146 students
3,352 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
4,259 students
1,360 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,113 students
869 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,146 students
3,370 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
172 students
251 students
% Asian
1%
6%
% Hispanic
77%
47%
% Black
2%
13%
% White
16%
25%
% Unknown races
3%
5%
Diversity Score
0.38
0.69
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
22%
54%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,600
$33,900
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $4,506 is more than the state average of $3,345. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,956 is less than the state average of $5,806. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,506
$3,345
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,956
$5,806
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$6,500
$6,485
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,500
$5,500
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Coastal Bend College is a two year community college with an open door policy. The district was created in 1965 and opened in 1967 with 790 students. The main campus is located in Beeville, Texas with centers in Alice, Kingsville, and Pleasanton. The total enrollment for Fall 2004 was 4,016. Coastal Bend College-Beeville's modern computerized campus is second to none. Located at 3800 Charco Road, the facility serves the educational needs of more than 1,300 students. State-of-the-art training is offered in occupational programs such as accounting, air conditioning and refrigeration, child development, computer information technology, cosmetology, dental hygiene, drafting and design technology, electronic servicing, emergency medical service, general office management, health information technology, law enforcement, office automation technology, vocational nursing, and welding. The campus also offers hundreds of academic courses which are transferable to most four-year institutions. Coastal Bend College offers the Associate in Arts Degree; the Associate in Science Degree; the Associate in Applied Science Degree, and Certificates of Achievement in specialized technical and occupational fields. Coastal Bend College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Coastal Bend College cost?
Coastal Bend College's tuition is approximately $4,506 for In-State students and $4,956 for Out-State students.
What schools are Coastal Bend College often compared to?
Coastal Bend Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Del Mar College by visitors of our site.
What is Coastal Bend College's ranking?
Coastal Bend College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Texas for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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