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Southern Careers Institute-Brownsville
Brownsville, Texas · Private for-profit
Address: 935 N. Expressway, Brownsville, TX 78520 · Phone: (512) 437-7500 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Southern Careers Institute-Brownsville is a private for-profit trade school in Brownsville, Texas offering electrician, cosmetology, and medical assistant programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Southern Careers Institute-Brownsville has a 68.0% completion rate versus a 63.5% state average, with graduates carrying a median debt of $8,708 and median earnings of $27,035 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Southern Careers Institute-Brownsville is $22,159, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 72.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $37,920 | $58,570 | $71,130 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,580 | $30,680 | $47,180 |
| Medical assistants | $31,200 | $39,520 | $46,180 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $35,920 | $45,900 | $48,960 |
| Medical records specialists | $34,440 | $48,860 | $63,970 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 202 | not reported | not reported | $7,125 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 128 | $15,186 | $13,173 | $8,309 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 119 | $19,157 | $18,838 | $9,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 52 | $19,157 | $18,838 | $9,500 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 31 | $20,226 | $20,807 | $9,500 |
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
Southern Careers Institute-Brownsville is a private for-profit trade school located in Brownsville, Texas. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and federal financial aid through Title IV programs, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used to attend. The campus awards credentials in five program families, with the most completed being electrician schools, cosmetology schools, and medical assistant programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 68.0%, which is near the state average of 63.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $8,708, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $27,035. The annual cost of attendance is $22,159, and 72.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a largely low-income student population.
This campus may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on trade programs in fields like electrical work, cosmetology, or medical assisting, particularly those looking to enter or re-enter the workforce quickly. Program length details for specific tracks are not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students should confirm program duration and course specifics directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and outcome data independently, consult the Council on Occupational Education and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard for Southern Careers Institute-Brownsville before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Southern Careers Institute-Brownsville offers five program families, with the most completed being electrician schools, cosmetology schools, and medical assistant programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 68.0%, which is near the state average of 63.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $8,708, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $27,035, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $22,159.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs and institutional funding sources compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (512) 437-7500 or visit https://www.scitexas.edu/ for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?459967.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's program families, such as electrician, cosmetology, and medical assisting, are common paths for career changers, though specific fit depends on program length and format not detailed in this data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements vary by program and are not reported in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm certification or licensure needs for a specific program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Southern Careers Institute-Brownsville at (512) 437-7500 or visit their website at https://www.scitexas.edu/ to apply.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?459967 to compare campuses directly.
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.