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Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, Texas · Public college
Address: 101 Baldwin Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX 78404 · Phone: (361) 698-1200 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Del Mar College is a public trade school in Corpus Christi, Texas offering welding, LPN/LVN nursing, and HVAC programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Del Mar College graduates carry a median debt of $5,500 and earn a median of $38,656 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. The campus's completion rate compared to the state average of 63.5% is not reported for this campus in federal data.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Del Mar College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 33.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,380 | $53,340 | $64,770 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $48,910 | $62,240 | $68,410 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $38,100 | $57,760 | $69,860 |
| Medical assistants | $31,200 | $39,520 | $46,180 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,580 | $30,680 | $47,180 |
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | $48,600 | $84,440 | $99,490 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $48,550 | $78,630 | $93,830 |
| Dental hygienists | $71,530 | $99,240 | $107,320 |
| Dental assistants | $35,400 | $45,430 | $48,280 |
| Construction laborers | $32,560 | $40,620 | $46,950 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $29,360 | $48,310 | $62,270 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $30,320 | $37,260 | $44,240 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $40,930 | $58,810 | $70,400 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $35,920 | $45,900 | $48,960 |
| Surgical technologists | $39,950 | $65,220 | $80,790 |
| Medical records specialists | $34,440 | $48,860 | $63,970 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $31,380 | $56,080 | $71,870 |
| Machinists | $38,600 | $59,180 | $69,800 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Texas (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Associate degree | 128 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 121 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 48 | $18,230 | $16,169 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 35 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 34 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 27 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 22 | $45,327 | $39,369 | $5,085 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 21 | $43,430 | $43,240 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 17 | $45,327 | $39,369 | $5,085 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 16 | not reported | $35,416 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 16 | not reported | $35,416 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 15 | $48,765 | $46,087 | $3,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 11 | $48,765 | $46,087 | $3,500 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 10 | $45,327 | $39,369 | $5,085 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 9 | $48,765 | $46,087 | $3,500 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 8 | $48,765 | $46,087 | $3,500 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 7 | $40,742 | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 5 | $43,430 | $43,240 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | $35,416 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 3 | $40,742 | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | $35,416 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | $35,416 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Del Mar College is a public trade and career school in Corpus Christi, Texas. The campus participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), so students who qualify can use FAFSA-based aid and Pell Grants toward their programs. It holds accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, along with program-specific accreditors for nursing, dental, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and radiologic technology fields. Among its 43 program offerings, the campus awards the most completions in welding (155), LPN/LVN nursing (137), and HVAC (80).
Del Mar College enrolled 9,501 undergraduates with 682 trade program completers reported. The state average completion rate for similar programs is 63.5%, though this campus's specific completion rate and how it compares to that state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $5,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry were $38,656, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 33.5% of students received Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of financially need-based enrollment.
With program families ranging from welding and HVAC to dental hygiene and surgical technology, Del Mar College serves students pursuing both short career-training certificates and longer allied-health credentials. The mix of trade and clinical programs, set in a large city locale, may suit career changers seeking hands-on technical training, though specific program lengths are not reported here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and outcome data directly through the College Scorecard or by contacting the school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Del Mar College offers 43 programs across families including welding, LPN/LVN nursing, HVAC, medical assisting, cosmetology, aviation mechanics, radiology technology, dental hygiene, and more. The top programs by completions are welding (155), LPN/LVN (137), and HVAC (80).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Del Mar College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional program-level accreditation from bodies such as the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and others.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The specific completion rate for this campus is not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate for comparable programs is 63.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $5,500, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $38,656, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (361) 698-1200 or visit https://www.delmar.edu/ for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Del Mar College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition rates for in-state residents compared to private for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status and review federal outcome data through the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?224350, or by contacting the school directly.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a range of shorter trade certificates alongside longer allied-health programs in a large-city setting, which may suit career changers, though specific scheduling and program-length details are not reported in this data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Del Mar College by phone at (361) 698-1200 or visit their website at https://www.delmar.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across institutions.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.