Southern Texas Careers Academy

Southern Texas Careers Academy is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution located in Mission, Texas, situated in a small city campus setting. The school serves students pursuing short-term vocational credentials in the cosmetology field. Total enrollment stands at 93 students (IPEDS 2023).

The institution offers a certificate program in Cosmetology/Cosmetologist at the less-than-two-year certificate level. This program prepares students for licensure and entry-level work in the cosmetology industry, covering areas such as hair care, skin care, and salon operations.

Mission is located in Hidalgo County in the Rio Grande Valley of South Texas, providing access to a growing regional workforce. Southern Texas Careers Academy serves students in this community seeking career-focused training in the personal care services sector. Prospective students should contact the institution directly for information on tuition, scheduling, and licensing exam preparation.