The UTPA CSL is a member of these international, national and state organizations:
- National Assosiation of Marine Laboratories
- Southern Association of Marine Laboratories
- Organization of Biological Field Stations
- South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce
The UTPA CSL houses the program office for these associations:
The UTPA CSL is the Port Isabel Regional Headquarters for these associations:
The UTPA CSL is the South Padre Island Headquarters for these associations:
The UTPA CSL is the Cameron County Headquarters for the Texas beach watch monitoring program.
In agreement with the Texas General Land Office for implementing the Texas Beach Watch Program in Cameron County