- Vernon College is responsive to the needs and aspirations of the community it serves. This responsiveness is demonstrated by the College's commitment to accessibility, affordability, comprehensiveness, flexibility, high quality, and accountability in the programs and services it offers.
School Highlights
Vernon College serves 2,299 students (32% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is lower than the state community college average of 34:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 75%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 2,299 students
- In-state tuition: $4,200
- Out-state tuition: $6,300
- Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
- Minority enrollment: 47%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Vernon College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 97 teachers has declined by 60% over five years.
Vernon College
(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Year Founded
1970
Total Faculty
97 staff
73 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Vernon College has declined by 17% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 has increased from 12:1 over five years.
The Vernon College diversity score of 0.63 is less than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has grown by 7% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,299 students
4,254 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
34:1
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Full-Time Students
733 students
902 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
1,566 students
3,352 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
2,299 students
1,360 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
733 students
869 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,566 students
3,370 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
148 students
251 students
Showing 2008–2021. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Hispanic
27%
47%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
9%
13%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
53%
25%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
4%
2%
% Unknown races
4%
5%
Diversity Score
0.63
0.69
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
20%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,900
$33,900
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $4,200 is more than the state average of $3,345. The in-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,300 is more than the state average of $5,806. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,200
$3,345
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,300
$5,806
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
95%
88%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,710
$10,630
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Since 1972, Vernon College has prepared students for transfer to four-year colleges and universities; educated students for careers in a variety of allied health and technical fields; provided customized training to business and industry; offered personal enrichment courses to students of all ages; and presented drama, music and athletic programs of interest to the entire community. Wilbarger County Junior College District was created by a majority of the electorate of Wilbarger County on January 20, 1970. On April 9, 1970, the Board of Trustees elected Dr. David L. Norton as the first college president. Campus construction was begun in May, 1971, including an Academic Science Center, Administration-Fine Arts Center, Applied Arts Center, Library, and Student Center. On September 5, 1972 classes met for the first time on the VRJC campus with a total of 608 students. On May 23, 2001, the Vernon Regional Junior College Board of Trustees voted unanimously to change the name of the institution to Vernon College. Vernon College (VC) is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate Degrees.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Vernon College cost?
Vernon College's tuition is approximately $4,200 for In-State students and $6,300 for Out-State students.
What is Vernon College's ranking?
Vernon College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Texas for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Vernon College is Western Oklahoma State College (35.3 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
2801 N Main St
Altus, OK 73521
(580) 477-2000
Altus, OK 73521
(580) 477-2000
35.3 miles
Enrollment: 1,162 students Student-teacher ratio: 35:1 In-state tuition: $4,384 Out-state tuition: $8,739 Minority enrollment: 50%
4500 SW Lee Blvd
Lawton, OK 73505
(580) 355-6371
Lawton, OK 73505
(580) 355-6371
57.9 miles
Enrollment: 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Acceptance rate: 80% Minority enrollment: 50%
Clarendon College
Public
1122 College Drive
Clarendon, TX 79226
(806) 874-3571
Clarendon, TX 79226
(806) 874-3571
105.3 miles
Enrollment: 1,464 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Acceptance rate: 100% In-state tuition: $4,440 Out-state tuition: $5,400 Minority enrollment: 50%
Redlands Community College
Public
1300 S Country Club Rd
El Reno, OK 73036
(405) 262-2552
El Reno, OK 73036
(405) 262-2552
121.0 miles
Enrollment: 2,184 students Student-teacher ratio: 45:1 Acceptance rate: 100% In-state tuition: $3,701 Out-state tuition: $5,951 Minority enrollment: 36%
Cisco College
Public
101 College Heights
Cisco, TX 76437
(254) 442-5000
Cisco, TX 76437
(254) 442-5000
123.0 miles
Enrollment: 3,160 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 In-state tuition: $4,260 Out-state tuition: $4,260 Minority enrollment: 49%
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