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South Texas College

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world rank  3456

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Overview

Established in 1993, the South Texas College is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of McAllen (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Texas. Officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, South Texas College (STC) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. South Texas College (STC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation) and bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. The acceptance rate range is 100% making this US higher education organization a non-selective institution. STC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

South Texas College's Control Typepublic

Entity

South Texas College's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

South Texas College' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

South Texas College's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenon-selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym STC
Founded 1993
Colours STC purple and STC green
Video Presentation

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University Location

Address 3201 W Pecan
McAllen
78501 Texas
United States
South Texas College's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
South Texas College Phone Number +1 (956) 872 8311
South Texas College Fax Number +1

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following South Texas College's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify South Texas College's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This South Texas College's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at South Texas College.

South Texas College: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
Not reported
International
students
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
Not reported

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic South Texas College's admission information.

South Texas College's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


South Texas College's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has South Texas College a selective admission policy? None, open admission policy.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

South Texas College's acceptance rate range is 100% making this institution a non-selective higher education institution.


South Texas College's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


South Texas College's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for South Texas College.

South Texas College's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

South Texas College has an enrollment range of 25,000-29,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


South Texas College's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 900-999 academic employees (Faculty).


South Texas College's Control Type Control Type

South Texas College is a public higher education institution.


South Texas College's Entity Type Entity Type

South Texas College is a non-profit higher education institution.


South Texas College's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


South Texas College's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

South Texas College does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official South Texas College's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Size & Setting Four-year, medium, primarily nonresidential institution
Enrollment Profile Exclusively undergraduate four-year
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, higher part-time institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Baccalaureate/Associates Colleges
Graduate Instructional Program Not classified (Exclusively Undergraduate)

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of South Texas College's main facilities:


South Texas College's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit South Texas College's Library

South Texas College's library has 6 branches. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 76,962 physical volumes, 2,047 physical media, 221,406 digital/electronic media and 121 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 100 full-time employees, including 19 librarians. South Texas College's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

South Texas College's Housing University Housing

Not reported


South Texas College's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of South Texas College's main services:


South Texas College's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

South Texas College's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

South Texas College's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level Source: IPDES.

South Texas College's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

South Texas College's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


South Texas College's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

South Texas College is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1995


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important South Texas College's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs
  • Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education of the American Occupational Therapy Association
  • American Physical Therapy Association, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
  • Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education
  • Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

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Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some South Texas College's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

South Texas College's Facebook page South Texas College's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

South Texas College's X (formerly Twitter) page South Texas College's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

South Texas College's YouTube channel South Texas College's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

South Texas College's Instagram page South Texas College's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

South Texas College's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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