MCI
MCI is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in McAllen, TX. It offers 4 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page.
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at MCI is Welding Technology/Welder and the 2024 tuition and fees is $17,775. Its tuition is higher than the national average of Welding Technology/Welder programs ($10,695). The length of the program is 900 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 9 months.
The following table shows the 4 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at MCI.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Welding Technology/Welder | $17,775 | $2,125 | 900 Hours | 9 Months | $10,695 |
| 2 | Welding Technology/Welder | $5,875 | $475 | 200 Hours | 2 Months | $10,695 |
| 3 | Welding Technology/Welder | $7,375 | $385 | 300 Hours | 3 Months | $10,695 |
| 4 | Welding Technology/Welder | $4,655 | $1,445 | 300 Hours | 3 Months | $10,695 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 111 students attended MCI in the academic year 2023-2024. There are 10 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 14 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 28 (full-time).
The graduation rate of MCI is 85% and the retention rate is 100% at the school.
| Student Population | 111 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 85% |
| Number of Faculty | 10 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 14 to 1 |
2024 Costs of Attendance
The 2024 tuition & fees of MCI is $17,775
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it. It offers the alternative tuition plans.
25% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $5,344 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $17,775 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $2,125 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $13,968 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $2,907 |
| Average Financial Amount | $5,344 |
Offered Certificate Programs
MCI offers 4 career programs for Less than 12-Weeks Certificate, Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 97 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 12-Weeks Certificate | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 2 | 0 | 7 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 1 | 0 | 85 |
| Total | 4 | 0 | 97 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at MCI are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 97 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 5 students have earned/completed Less than 12-Weeks Certificate program.
- 7 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 85 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Precision Production Trades | ✕ | 5 completers |
| Welding Technology/Welder | ✕ | 5 |
| Total | 5 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Construction Trades | ✕ | 2 completers |
| Pipefitting/Pipefitter and Sprinkler Fitter | ✕ | 2 |
| Precision Production Trades | ✕ | 5 completers |
| Welding Technology/Welder | ✕ | 5 |
| Total | 7 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Precision Production Trades | ✕ | 85 completers |
| Welding Technology/Welder | ✕ | 85 |
| Total | 85 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2022-2023, total 111 students have enrolled into MCI. By gender, 102 male and 9 female students are attending the school.
There are 2 White (1.80%), 109 Hispanic (98.20%), and 109 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 111 | 102 | 9 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Black/African American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Hispanic | 109 | 100 | 9 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Two More | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Un-Known | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 304 South Colonel Rowe Boulevard, McAllen, TX
- 956-618-5800
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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