Is Del Mar College worth it?
Del Mar College is a public, four-year institution in Corpus Christi, Texas (large city). It awarded 1,871 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in welding technology; registered nursing; and heating, air conditioning.
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Federal context for Del Mar College
Published by the federal government for federally aided students. It does not say which employers hire graduates.
Median earnings 1 year after
$43,820
Median earnings 4 years after
$57,250
Median earnings 10 years after
$38,656
Average net price
$3,399
Completion rate
11%
Completions (2024)
1,871
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
9,501
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $70,673 | $78,877 | 114 |
| Physical Science Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $56,948 | $98,153 | 70 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate | $52,431 | $64,849 | 52 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate | $42,057 | $48,674 | 43 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Associate | $32,980 | $49,598 | 39 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $13,099 | $24,291 | 34 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $22,108 | $47,511 | 32 |
| Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $34,991 | $65,106 | 27 |
| Architecture | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Journalism | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Communications Technologies/Technicians | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Welding Technology/Welder | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 178 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 168 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 117 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | Associate | 107 |
| Chemical Technology/Technician | Associate | 83 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Associate | 80 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 75 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 52 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 43 |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 41 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 36% | 6,411 |
| Retail Trade | 9% | 1,619 |
| Educational Services | 7% | 1,233 |
| Construction | 7% | 1,214 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 6% | 1,036 |
| Public Administration | 5% | 912 |
| Manufacturing | 5% | 899 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 5% | 830 |
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Sources: federal figures for Del Mar College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Texas. Counts under 10 are not published.
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