At a glance
Average net price
$1,342
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
31.2%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
3,368
In-state tuition
$2,310
Out-of-state tuition
$4,140
Cost of attendance
$8,357
Median earnings (10y)
$39,639
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
15 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (33%), trades & services (24%), health (18%).
- STEM15%
- Health18%
- Business9%
- Humanities & arts33%
- Social sciences2%
- Trades & services24%
- Liberal arts29.3%~987 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Health professions18.3%~616 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Personal services11.5%~389 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Business8.6%~289 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~255 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science6.5%~220 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Science tech5.8%~196 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~155 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~65 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering tech1.8%~62 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education1.6%~55 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~52 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English0.4%~14 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering0.2%~7 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics0.2%~7 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
32 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 557 | $20,300 | $9,500 |
| Physical Science Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 163 | $52,999 | $10,500 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 144 | $65,509 | $18,000 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 114 | $12,723 | $5,711 |
| Fire Protection. | Undergraduate certificate | 57 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Undergraduate certificate | 54 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate's | 46 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Undergraduate certificate | 45 | $39,924 | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 43 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 34 | — | — |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Undergraduate certificate | 29 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Associate's | 28 | — | — |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | Undergraduate certificate | 24 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 24 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 24 | — | — |
| Natural Sciences. | Associate's | 23 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate's | 21 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 20 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Associate's | 15 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Associate's | 15 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate's | 15 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 14 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 14 | — | — |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 12 | — | — |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | Associate's | 10 | — | — |
| Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 8 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Associate's | 8 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Fire Protection. | Associate's | 7 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Associate's | 6 | — | — |
| Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 5 | — | — |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About College of the Mainland
College of the Mainland is a mid-sized institution located in Texas City, Texas, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 3,368 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Health professions, Personal services.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at College of the Mainland — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $1,342 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $2,310 for in-state students and $4,140 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $8,357 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 31.2%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $39,639 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
College of the Mainland confers degrees and certificates across 15 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Health professions, Personal services. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (33% of credentials), trades & services (24% of credentials), health (18% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Texas City, Texas (city), College of the Mainland draws students from across Texas and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about College of the Mainland
Q.How much does College of the Mainland cost?
The average net price at College of the Mainland is $1,342 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $8,357.
Q.What is the graduation rate at College of the Mainland?
College of the Mainland has a 6-year graduation rate of 31.2% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do College of the Mainland graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median College of the Mainland graduate earns $39,639 per year.
Q.What is tuition at College of the Mainland?
Published tuition is $2,310 in-state and $4,140 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is College of the Mainland located?
College of the Mainland is located in Texas City, Texas (ZIP 77591).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with College of the Mainland at their official website.