MCI : Overview, Courses, Scholarships & Rankings
About MCI
Set in the Rio Grande Valley, MCI in McAllen leans into a bilingual, border city perspective. It has a reputation for practical academics across health, business, technology and public service. Expect project based coursework, clear expectations, and support that feels close at hand. Campus resources include classrooms and labs, quiet library spaces, computer access, tutoring, advising, career coaching, and wellness counseling.
Student life runs on community. Clubs pair with service projects, cultural festivals and intramurals, and the fitness spaces stay busy. The culture feels welcoming to first generation students and military families, and it favors collaboration over swagger. Career prep taps local hospitals, schools, city offices, logistics and nonprofits. McAllen adds trails, birding, bold food, and south Texas sunshine. And a recurring tradition here is pitching in for campus wide service days, which tends to stick with people.
Key Institutional Details
Contact & Profile
Academic & Institutional
Degree Programs & Career Salary Prospects
Explore degree programs offered at MCI with detailed career prospects, starting salary ranges, and job opportunities in Texas. See what you can do with your degree and expected earnings after graduation.
Production (3)
Manufacturing Technology, Quality Control and Industrial Arts
48.0508
Welding Technology/Welder.
(Cert<1y, AltPostBac, AltPostMSc)
Graduate Career Earnings in Texas
| SOC Code | Occupation | US National | Texas Avg | TX vs US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51-4121 | Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers | $55,100 | $56,580 | +$1,480 (+2.7%) |
| 51-4122 | Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | $49,270 | $47,130 | -$2,140 (-4.3%) |
Construction (1)
Building Trades, Construction Management and Skilled Crafts
46.0502
Pipefitting/Pipefitter and Sprinkler Fitter.
(AltPostMSc)
Graduate Career Earnings in Texas
| SOC Code | Occupation | US National | Texas Avg | TX vs US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47-1011 | First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers | $84,500 | $77,100 | -$7,400 (-8.8%) |
| 47-2152 | Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $69,940 | $52,940 | -$17,000 (-24.3%) |
Tuition, Fees & Estimated Costs
Overview of tuition rates, housing, and other annual education expenses for undergraduate and graduate students
Financial Aid & Student Support
Summary of scholarships, grants, student loans, and financial aid statistics for undergraduate students
Student Success Metrics
Graduation rates and post-graduation earnings to help assess student outcomes and long-term value of education.
Loan Burden & Repayment Outcomes
Breakdown of loan repayment rates and student debt levels by income and dependency status.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to the most common questions about MCI
What academic programs and degree levels does MCI offer?
MCI offers 7 academic programs across 2 major fields of study, with available degree levels: Certificate (1-2 yrs), Residency, Other Award.
Most popular program areas include:
- Manufacturing Technology, Quality Control and Industrial Arts (3 programs)
- Building Trades, Construction Management and Skilled Crafts (1 programs)
Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2022-2023 academic year. Numbers reflect programs where students graduated, not all offered programs.
What financial aid and scholarships are available at MCI?
MCI provides financial aid to 99% of first-time, full-time students, with average grants of $4,932 and average loans of $10,000.
Average financial aid amounts by type:
- Pell grants: $5,221
- State/Local grants: $6,036
- Institutional grants: $607
- Federal loans: $10,000
The university supports 106 students with grants and 100 students with loans annually.
Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Financial aid amounts and percentages may vary by program, enrollment status, and individual circumstances.
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