17 Best Masters Programs In Mcallen, TX (2022 Updated)

I actually attend the other campus, but have had to stop by here for books or to see the proff. So far it seems like a very organized campus. I've come at different times of the day and there's always parking (sometimes further away, but I carry an umbrella for the sun) Once there were mariachi playing outside. The employees are always very helpful & professional and most of the students appear to be engaged in their environment. The bathrooms have always been clean when I've gone. I've taken 3 courses so far and the classes have been very engaging. This is a career change for me so I'm older, but I don't feel out of place.Gracie G

🚩🚩FEB 2022🚩🚩 Mexican guy try to robbed Me. STORY TIME I was at the Activity Center/Game Room. I was painting some pots. I went to go get my plate. And this couple came behind an was talking really loud thinking I wouldn't notice. He open my zipper. I feel him touching my backpack PLEASE WATCH YOU THINGS WHILE GOING TO STC. Details: The guy was full beard and short hair a little tall 5'9 with his gf blond girl. I think she was helping him. They were only talking in SpanishKeanu

I was excited about going back to school it’s been 8 years and then I get bounced back and forth from one department to another and finally they tell me you have to get in contact with the Counseling department so I did I called and sent out an email on November 4 and haven’t gotten a response 🤔 maybe they are understaffed, okay but I’ve called 5 times today November 11 and no one answered I don’t get it 🤦🏽‍♂️ I honestly I don’t. How sadHugo De Hoyos

I would not recommend this university to any of my friends or family, if zero stars were an option this is what they would receive, yes they did expand the university but made things worse. Graduation ceremonies are held opposite of their campus area, for instance if you are attending the Brownsville campus, your graduation ceremony will be held in Edinburg and vice versa. The cost of attending has sky rocketed. A couple of my friends who earned a double major had to fight tooth and nail for their respective degree majors'. To make things worse their parking is atrocious, even to get a visitor pass, you must pay!? What. The. Hell. Man! Lastly, they care nothing for their veterans – this university only works if you either know or are related to the person who is offering the job, if I'm being honest, our military veterans sacrificed more than any regular civilian ever would and therefore should be consider first and foremost amongst people who are not veterans. Take my advice, veterans, do yourself a favor, have Uncle Sam help pay your school elsewhere.LÖRD GAMBINI

Very little effort put in by the staff to do anything more than waste their students' time and money. Impossible to get hold of any of the advisory staff when it comes to things like tuition, curriculum, or international student programs. My SO has been going to this college on an education visa for years (more than she should have needed to to begin with) and sank a lot of money into getting a proper education, and the lack of effort to facilitate this for both her and other students- domestic or foreign- deeply disturbs me. It's been nothing but a constant source of stress and a constant hemorrhage in her wallet. Apparently this school is on probation for their overt lack of quality/effort but because members of the school body have good connections it's been kept open. School board really needs to dig their claws into this place and start making some major, sincere changes.Dag Von Danger

You get what you pay for. They offer some of the lowest tuition rates in the state, but that's the only upside. Facilities are poor, parking is rarely available, and there is a severe lack of course availability. Communication has been very poor, and we've struggled to get information from the college nor any assistance with enrollment. I had to make a complaint with the President's office just to get the help I needed. Plus, their employees are rather nasty and sociopathic. They have little-to-no concern for their students, and they're not afraid to show it. There is a lot of room for improvement here. Plus, I don't like how they are using student tuition money to recruit new students from Mexico, as well as undocumented aliens. Worry about your own students first.G68

This review is long overdue. I've been coming to Massage Masters for 8 months due to neck and upper back pain. I struggled with extremely tight trapezius muscles due to continuously working on a computer for hours everyday, including the weekends. My pain and discomfort was so severe that I sometimes was unable to extend my arms at the end of the day, suffered from frequent headaches, struggled to turn my head and was often restless at night as I tried to find a way to position my head and neck in a manner that would allow me to sleep comfortably. I thought my neck and back issues would improve over time, but it didn't, so I tried different options to relieve the pain. I tried muscle relaxers, Ibuprofen, orthopedic pillows, a store bought shiatsu massager, standing desks, Thermacare heat wraps, muscle rubs and pain relief creams. I tried stretches and exercises I researched on YouTube. I attended numerous visits with a chiropractor and tried other massage therapy locations. The other massage therapy places would leave me feeling like I had been squashed under a steam roller or in more pain than I went in with. I seriously thought I would need to take FMLA leave or resign from my job. But, when I came to Massage Masters, Leroy educated me on the muscular system and informed me that my back muscles were overworked due to my job duties. As soon as I started receiving the therapeutic massages at Massage Masters, my neck and back felt better, my headaches decreased significantly and I was able to continue to work and complete activities of daily living, such as driving. All the massage therapists here have been wonderful. I am so grateful for all their help. Leroy is very knowledgeable and skilled in his profession. Rebecca is also an amazing massage therapist. Massage Masters is a hidden gem neatly tucked away in the city of Pharr. I have incorporated massage therapy as part of my life and it continues to make a positive impact overall. Thank you, Massage Masters.Iza Becerra

When I decided to go to massage school, I prayed I chose the right one. When Ms Ochoa told us the history of the school, I knew God had answered my prayers. Ms Ochoa is very kind and respectful. Not once have I seen her lose her cool with a student. She treats everyone with respect. Always calm and happy. I love her knowledge in massage. I one day would want to be at her level. Mr. Rios is also one of my favorite instructors. He makes the class fun, but you can appreciate his passion for massage therapy. He really loves teaching and has a lot of patience. Mr. Abraham in the front is always willing to help you. Always taking time out of his schedule to answer any questions or concerns you might have. I love the family oriented environment in this school. You are learning from caring people that go out of their way to help you. I highly recommend this school if you really want to learn without feeling like a number. Thanks Massage Masters!! Forever grateful!!Sol Gallegos

My first visit. I got a massage by a student Monday and it was excellent I believe his name was Joey. I hadn't had a massage in many years and he did everything right. I left very relaxed. He was not the person who checked me out. That person charged me $45 for a Swedish massage which online says is $35. It states a deep tissue massage is $45 He said the prices went up but they haven't got it changed on the internet yet. I don't think you should be able to raise your prices until you adjust your internet prices. My only complaint. I think the management should look into the update.Tracy Drabenstadt

Guys im selling the lippincott textbook for nursing assistant 4th edition on mercari just type the name in Im selling it for $20 free shipping Buy it for 20 instead of paying $71.47 on amazon The book was never used still newann patt

Awesome school! I was in the radiology program in 2014. The best instructors & overall great program. I would definitely recommend. 🙂devanee gonzalez

I got admitted to the MFA(Art) degree program as an international student, and Dr. Grewal, the Exec. VP for Research, Grad Studies and New Program Development, offered me a generous Graduate Assistantship, as a part of the Presidential Graduate Research Assistantship offer from Spring 2021. Unfortunately, due to the spike in covid cases, deaths and immigration issues, I had to drop my UTRGV plan and continue my graduate education in my home country. But I'll never forget the people who are constantly working for providing the best student support, even during these testing times. Thank you, and god bless us all.Vanik G

This is not a good place for child to be in because when they get in high grades there's more work I can say this because I was a student myself and believe me it was getting very hard and I was getting too much homework so I left so whatever you do DO NOT APPLY YOUR CHILD HERE thank youBreaddSoft

We make the best choice for our children excellent teachers, staff and Mr Alvarez our Founder Principal always giving the best of him for his students.Sandra Barreto

Amazing place indeed. This facility is only 3 years old and boy does it match up. They have amazing tech and ability to do some serious teaching. This site is considered a main campus so you can imagine the growth and possibilities. The labs here are fully equipped, and as you guessed it, the equipment is all brand spanking new. To anyone looking for opportunities, definitely take this campus into consideration!Felix Guerrero

Super facility, take my family to walk and let my children see the pond & wildlife. And would absolutely love my children to attend this prestigious CollegeGC three

Amazing place and people, bringing higher education opportunity of global leader, Texas A&M to the Rio Grande Valley. Gig'em Aggies!Chad Wootton

I enjoy attending AECHS, it's not the fanciest place, considering we don't even have a building, just a bunch of portables, but we make do. The teachers are willing to help the students, but if we don't try then they can't help us. In actuality we are the same as any other high school, we just get a chance to graduate with an associates degree and have a slightly more rigorous curriculum. The only issue I have with the school is the lack of communication to the students on events, most of us don't know what's going on until a few days before or the day of the event.Samantha Soto

Good school with a dual program of high school and college. Students have to be sure of themselves that they want to go to this school because they can't be foolish and childish. Students are expect to be mature and understanding of what's around them.dania gutierrez

School isn't so great , kid gangs , kids with narcotics kids back & forth to I&G not well for environment, always people walking the halls during class schedule kids skipping dailyundagroundlink

Good building, but the grounds need some work and there are potholes in the parking lots. Student helpers/monitors were helpful. Overall had a good time at the meet.R Flores

My son went to this school and I saw a staff that cared for my son and helped him by supporting him. Coaches and Mrs. Huddleston especially! They called him Del Rio,Dinah Rodriguez

(Translated by Google) Friendly staff, committed teachers and a friendly and safe place for students. (Original) Amabilidad en el personal, profesores comprometidos y un lugar amable y seguro para los estudiantes .Esthy G

I went here freshmen year it was OK Everyone here was really arrogant and also the school worked weird like the opposite of logicTony Gnarr

Beautiful campus. Being handicapped I thought I was going to have a bad experience waiting in line. Within 10 minutes a security officer came over with a wheelchair and took me inside to the first information station in the vaccine process. The interviewers pushed me to the next station until I was vaccinated and in the 15 min. waiting area. These folks were super and I thank all that helped me today! I highly recomend them!Bob Voorhees

If I could give it less, I would..I showed up for my covid vaccine appointment and there was nobody there. I wasn't the only one. One girl that drove from rio grande city said she was here yesterday and was told to return today but now there was nobody there. Poor thing, and right now that gas is scarce because of the winter storm. A sign on the door would have been nice..Will D.

Thanks so much UTRGV School of Medicine for making my experience of getting my first dose of the Covid vaccine such a great experience. It was disorganized, lots of staff there to transition quickly and easily. Took 10 to 15 minutes to get in and vaccinated. Great system of organization and management. You're the best, UTRGV School of Medicine!Ruth Hudson

My main reason for deciding to attend this school was because I was told that the IB program's rigor would look very attractive on my future college applications as many top US and international schools supposedly valued IB diplomas. Therefore, I thought that the education I would be receiving would be consistently useful and of high quality. Throughout the application process for IB, I was made aware that the program was not easy; yet I was not deterred as I am a hardworking, straight A student who is not afraid of a challenge. However, I was not expecting the instruction at this school to be so full of busy work. It was soon made clear to me that the IB program was a challenge but not because of the intensity of the academics, but because of the amount of useless assignments given to students and the burden of self-teaching students had to undertake in many cases. Freshman year was manageable in regards to work, nothing too challenging. With every year that passed, the workload increased, which is obviously understandable; however, it's hard to find a justification for the assignment of so much work when students began either falling asleep or waking up at 4 am to finish homework (sophomore year). The school did not try to find a way to assist students with management of work or attempt to prioritize student life balance. Instead, counselors discouraged students from joining extracurriculars like music and sports which would grant students some sort of balance in their lives. Speaking from experience, complete focus on academics is not beneficial at all to a student (ironically, one of the IB learner profile traits is 'balanced'). Even during the time in which students were supposed to be preparing for IB exams, multiple homework assignments were given, none of which helped with the preparation for said exams. And on the topic of exams, the coordination of IB assessments was often disappointing and frustrating. My French oral assessment was rescheduled multiple times which I was not made aware of. To make it worse, the coordinator completely forgot about this schedule change and did not notify me at all. If I hadn't asked about my testing schedule the day before my IO, I would have completely missed the assessment and consequently would have not been able to finish the IB program. Most of those in the administration did not care for students and blamed students for their mistakes. Not to say that I didn't have some good teachers. Many were very knowledgeable in their respective areas, skilled in teaching, and genuinely concerned with students' mental health and wellbeing. On the other hand, some teachers did not teach very well or at all (especially during online learning). To be very clear, when I was struggling in class I would always attend tutoring which unfortunately was often useless. Some teachers would disregard me and others would leave me with a practice problem for half an hour as if I would magically be able to find the answer without further instruction. All of these unnecessary struggles made it hard to just be a normal high school student; however, I put up with the work because I believed that in the end it would all be worth it. But as I began the college application process, I quickly realized many universities didn’t value the IB diploma or classes as much as I had been told. In the end, many IB students did not gain admission to schools they applied to in comparison to non-IB students with similar or lower grades and less responsibilities. If you're considering IB, do not make the decision based on the lie that an IB diploma will get you into Harvard. I would only recommend this school if you are not a fan of sleep or if you wish to learn how to manage an insane amount of work (which they claim is preparation for college).Maria Perez

I posted this previously on another account, but for some reason it is either going through some kind of verification process, or the review was just removed from the web entirely. I rated two stars this time so that maybe it'll stay up. Here's what I said: I don't go here, but my friends do and lately they've been really stressed out because of the over-excessive amount of homework that's being assigned EVERY DAY. I've seen the kind of stuff they assign and I can tell you right now, it's all busy work. Things such as an essay to reflect on their class that day, 50-60 practice problems, study for a quiz, and read 5 chapters of their textbook all in one night! It's absolutely ridiculous! I've known these kids for years and some of are staying up till one in the morning just to finish because they know they won't have time to do it the next day. It's especially hard when you are also involved in one or several extra-curricular activites, and on top of that, trying to maintain a relationship or multiple friendships. Can you imagine having to skip dinner with your family because of homework? I'm sorry but something needs to change. I've heard nice things here and there about how friendly the teachers are, but none of that matters when you're losing hair and sleep. These homework assignments aren't making your kids smarter, all they're doing is frustrating and exhausting them. You don't know the kind of environment they have at home, some of these parents are constantly pushing their children to the limits, and if they don't do everything in their power to pass, they get yelled at, cussed out, and even in some cases physically beaten. I honestly don't understand how wasting your kids time and giving them anxiety makes their education "good". Here's a quote I thought might give some insight to the point I'm trying to make: “Homework is like medicine. If you take too little, it does nothing. If you take too much, it can kill you, You’ve got to get the dose right, and if you do, it can do wonders.” – Harris Cooper, a psychology and neuroscience professor at Duke University, who has been studying the effects of homework for 30 yearsRobert S.

Some teachers at this school are great! Specifically the math teachers teach very well but give loads of homework. I am talking like 50 problems per class. My kids are already at school for 8 hours and they need to do 2 hours worth of math homework and other teachers homework as well, which is CRAZY! They leave the house around 7 am and do schoolwork straight for 15 hours they don’t have enough time to rest and enjoy their high school. I am editing this comment because after writing thus review, there has no been no improvement. I saw another review stating how a lot of it is busy work, and that is true. My kids are working 15 hours a day, STRAIGHT. They have to do it the night of or else they won’t have enough time the next day. I am very disappointed because IB is supposed to be a good school, but it is not. No matter how nice the teachers are, they assign to much work for ONE person. I see my child losing the self at this school. DO NOT GO HERE! If you want your kid to have enough time to shower, don’t go here. This school is more likely to kill my child than the coronavirus.Astrid Gonzalez

Master Zamora and his team are exceptional, inspirational, and amazing. It is encouraging to see people continuously striving for a new “personal best” and helping you to believe that you can do it too. I’ve always believed that we are all capable of more than we think, but sometimes we give up on ourselves. Master Z and his team believe in us even when we don’t believe in ourselves and that makes us want to at least TRY to live up to their high standards and keep our own standards high as well. The culture of courtesy, respect and comradery in this school is also refreshing. Your time and money will be well spent on the education you’ll obtain here. If you’re simply looking for a gym, then this is not the place for you, for this is the “Harvard” of Martial Arts in the RGV!!Letreise Winkfield

Master Z has always been and always will be the best. I had the honor of meeting him and learning from him. Other concerns of life forced me to stop but I will always cherish & practice what he taught me.Javier Garza

I just love how personal this college is. Its growing every semester but the staff is so kind and helps everyone. I highly recommend this college for those looking to be in a field of ministry.Joanna Pequeno

I just graduated from this school, And let me just say this is the best high school in McAllen. From the first time I stepped in the school I knew There was something special about this school. The teachers actually care about you and want you to pass, the school is small so everyone knows each other (Not Joking everyone knows each other it's kinda scary) Not like when I went to Nikki Rowe, they don't care if i just wonder the halls, sleep on the bench, or walked out of class all they told me at the end of the year was i had to pay 150$ per credit so screw that school, Mid valley is where it's at I would recommend this school to AnyoneGrand Onion

Great school if you like to send your children to school to have them empty thier pockets everyday while thier bags are being checked in and phones confiscated. I didnt realize that an Academy is a fancy term for alternative disciplinary school. My A B honor and I will be taking our test scores elsewhere!Dama Huerta