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Coastal Bend College
Beeville, Texas · Public community college
Address: 3800 Charco Rd, Beeville, TX 78102 · Phone: (361) 354-2200 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Coastal Bend College is a public trade school in Beeville, Texas offering LPN/LVN, welding, and cosmetology programs, accredited by SACS and program-specific bodies.
Coastal Bend College has a 25.1% completion rate, below the state average of 63.5%, and median earnings 10 years after entry of $35,086, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Coastal Bend College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 26.2% of students receive Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $48,910 | $62,240 | $68,410 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,380 | $53,340 | $64,770 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,580 | $30,680 | $47,180 |
| Dental hygienists | $71,530 | $99,240 | $107,320 |
| Nursing assistants | $30,620 | $37,500 | $43,070 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $48,550 | $78,630 | $93,830 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $29,360 | $48,310 | $62,270 |
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 | Certificate, 1–2 years | 58 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 43 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 30 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 27 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 19 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 2 | 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
Coastal Bend College is a public trade and career school located in Beeville, Texas, a remote-town setting. The campus is accredited, with program-specific recognition from the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, along with regional accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Because the school participates in Title IV, students can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants. Coastal Bend College awards 11 program families, most commonly LPN / LVN programs (58 completers), Welding schools (45 completers), and Cosmetology schools (36 completers), out of 199 trade-program completers among 1,958 undergraduates.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 25.1%, which is below the state average of 63.5%. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $35,086. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 26.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income enrollment.
This campus may suit students pursuing shorter, hands-on credentials in fields like nursing support, welding, and cosmetology, particularly in a rural Texas setting where a nearby public option matters. Program length details are not reported here, so applicants weighing a short certificate against an associate degree should confirm timelines directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status through the listed accreditors and review the school's outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Coastal Bend College offers 11 program families, most notably LPN / LVN programs (58 completers), Welding schools (45 completers), and Cosmetology schools (36 completers).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Coastal Bend College is accredited. It holds recognition from the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, Coastal Bend College participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 26.2% of its students currently receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 25.1%, which is below the Texas state average of 63.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (361) 354-2200 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $35,086 per the 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 directly or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Coastal Bend College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state-supported funding, though actual costs should be confirmed with the school.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided; prospective students should contact the school to confirm program duration for specific tracks like LPN, welding, or cosmetology.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status through the named accreditors and review official outcome data, including completion and earnings figures, at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?223320.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The listed programs, such as LPN, welding, and cosmetology, are common choices for career changers, though specific schedule or format details for adult learners are not reported here; contact the school to ask about flexibility.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements vary by field, such as nursing licensure for LPN programs, but this is not detailed in the available data; contact the school at (361) 354-2200 for program-specific guidance.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Coastal Bend College at (361) 354-2200 or visit https://www.coastalbend.edu/ for admissions information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?223320 to compare completion rates, costs, 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.