Corpus Christi Trucking Schools

About Schools in Corpus Christi
Total Schools:
3
Undergraduate Programs:
1
Average Tuition Cost:
$3,686
Average Loan Amount:
$3,157
Average Scholarship Award:
$901
Average Classroom Size:
14 Students

If you are ready to start an exciting career in the trucking industry as a diesel mechanic or truck driver, Corpus Christi has three schools that offer a high-quality education. The average cost of tuition is a very low $3,686 and students receive an average scholarship award of $901.

At Corpus Christi schools, there are several different programs. Del Mar College offers two different diesel technology programs. The certification program lasts one full year and the Associate's degree program lasts about two years. Truck driving programs tend to require four to eight weeks of full-time study.

Starting your career in Corpus Christi allows you to enjoy a cost of living that is 18% below the national average. Some of the largest trucking employers in Corpus Christi include Con-Way Freight, Martin Transport Inc, and Tejas Transport Company. Local highways include U.S. Highway 77 and Texas State Highway 44.

The city of Corpus Christi has over 4,500 truck drivers. Their heavy truck drivers earn an average of $34,690 per year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The average salary for a light truck driver is $29,730 (BLS, 2013).

Trucking Schools in Corpus Christi
Del Mar College
(Corpus Christi,
TX)
• Offers Diesel Mechanic Programs
• Large Campus
• Urban Setting
• $1,352 Tuition Cost
• $901 Scholarship and Financial Aid Awards
MTA / Del Mar College - Corpus Christi
(Corpus Christi,
TX)
• Offers Truck Driving Programs
Tri - State Trucking School - Corpus Christi
(Corpus Christi,
TX)
• Offers Truck Driving Programs