At a glance
Average net price
$3,399
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
11.1%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
9,501
In-state tuition
$3,440
Out-of-state tuition
$6,050
Cost of attendance
$12,895
Median earnings (10y)
$38,656
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 53.4%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
28 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by trades & services (34%), health (27%), stem (14%).
- STEM14%
- Health27%
- Business10%
- Humanities & arts11%
- Social sciences5%
- Trades & services34%
- Health professions26.5%~2,519 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Precision production14.1%~1,336 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Business10.2%~970 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~888 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Science tech6.9%~655 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Liberal arts6.3%~594 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering tech4.9%~467 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~401 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~269 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~219 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Communication1.7%~162 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~143 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology1.4%~132 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~127 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~97 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Legal1.0%~91 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Education0.6%~56 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~56 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering0.5%~50 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~41 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~35 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- English0.4%~35 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~35 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~30 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~26 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences0.3%~26 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Mathematics0.2%~20 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History0.2%~20 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare 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
40 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 369 | $63,193 | $10,601 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 296 | $21,748 | $8,680 |
| Precision Metal Working. | Undergraduate certificate | 276 | — | — |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Associate's | 235 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 215 | $30,121 | $7,354 |
| Physical Science Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 201 | $58,503 | $7,000 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Undergraduate certificate | 142 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate's | 115 | $48,765 | $7,000 |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 102 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate's | 89 | $45,327 | $7,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 86 | — | $6,250 |
| Fire Protection. | Undergraduate certificate | 80 | — | — |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 77 | $18,230 | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 75 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Undergraduate certificate | 66 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate's | 65 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 59 | $43,430 | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 57 | — | — |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Associate's | 47 | — | — |
| Physical Science Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 44 | — | — |
| Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 43 | $39,349 | $5,920 |
| Psychology, General. | Associate's | 43 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Associate's | 39 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Associate's | 38 | $40,742 | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate's | 37 | — | — |
| Architectural Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 34 | — | — |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 31 | — | — |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication. | Associate's | 30 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 30 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 29 | — | — |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 29 | — | — |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Associate's | 28 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Associate's | 27 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Associate's | 26 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 24 | — | — |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate's | 23 | — | — |
| American Sign Language. | Associate's | 23 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 21 | — | — |
| Fire Protection. | Associate's | 19 | — | — |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection. | Undergraduate certificate | 19 | — | — |
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 Del Mar College
Del Mar College is a large institution located in Corpus Christi, Texas, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 9,501 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Precision production, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Del Mar College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $3,399 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $3,440 for in-state students and $6,050 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $12,895 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 11.1%, a below-average completion outcome. 53.4% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $38,656 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Del Mar College confers degrees and certificates across 28 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Precision production, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by trades & services (34% of credentials), health (27% of credentials), stem (14% 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 Corpus Christi, Texas (city), Del Mar College 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 Del Mar College
Q.How much does Del Mar College cost?
The average net price at Del Mar College is $3,399 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $12,895.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Del Mar College?
Del Mar College has a 6-year graduation rate of 11.1% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Del Mar College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Del Mar College graduate earns $38,656 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Del Mar College?
Published tuition is $3,440 in-state and $6,050 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Del Mar College located?
Del Mar College is located in Corpus Christi, Texas (ZIP 78404).
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 Del Mar College at their official website.