Collin County Community College District Photo #2 - The Preston Ridge Campus in Frisco, at night.

Collin County Community College District

3452 Spur 399
McKinney, TX 75069
Top-Ranked (2026): View Rankings
  • Collin College is a student and community centered institution committed to developing skills, strengthening character, and challenging the intellect.

School Highlights

Collin County Community College District serves 39,548 students (32% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 35:1 is higher than the state community college average of 34:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the state average of 75%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 39,548 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,344
  • Out-state tuition: $4,144
  • Student-teacher ratio: 35:1
  • Minority enrollment: 61%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Collin County Community College District ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

Category
Attribute
Affordability
Community Size
Completion Rates

School Overview

The teacher population of 1,119 teachers has declined by 35% over five years.
Collin County Community College District
(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
0
Institution Level
Four or more years
0
Institution Control
Public
0
Total Faculty
1,119 staff
73 staff
Number of Programs Offered
-2
8
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Collin County Community College District has grown by 11% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 35:1 has increased from 20:1 over five years.
The Collin County Community College District diversity score of 0.75 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 8% over five years.
Total Enrollment
39,548 students
4,221 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
35:1
34:1
# Full-Time Students
12,758 students
869 students
# Part-Time Students
26,790 students
3,352 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
246 students
363 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
12,758 students
837 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
39 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
26,790 students
3,377 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
39 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
237 students
252 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
17%
6%
% Hispanic
21%
47%
% Black
13%
13%
% White
39%
25%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
5%
2%
% Non Resident races
2%
2%
% Unknown races
3%
5%
Diversity Score
0.75
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
16%
22.76%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
18%
32%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$40,400
$34,600

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $2,344 is less than the state average of $3,340. The in-state tuition has declined by 24% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,144 is less than the state average of $5,798. The out-state tuition has declined by 18% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,344
$3,340
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,144
$5,798
Tuition Notes
$67.00 per credit hour for Texas and Collin County residents
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
45%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$7,560
$10,630
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,000
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
75%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • Since offering its first classes at area high schools in 1985, Collin College has expanded to serve more than 51,000 credit and continuing education students each year. The only public college in the county, Collin College offers more than 100 degrees and certificates in a wide range of disciplines. With six locations, Collin College has firmly established itself as the premier academic institute of North Texas. Collin College offers a variety of plans designed to prepare students for a college or university degree. Some options include pursuing an associate degree, completing the core curriculum or a field of study, or beginning coursework in a pre-professional program. The associate of arts, associate of applied science, associate of arts in teaching and associate of science degrees are designed for students planning to transfer course credits to a baccalaureate degree program at a college or university. In addition to core curriculum, Collin offers extensive training in the health professions and public service fields, including nursing, respiratory therapy, dental hygiene, emergency medical services, fire science, and law enforcement. Certificates can be earned in a wide range of high-tech fields, as well. Augmenting the computer networking technology program, Collin is one of six national Cisco Certified Training Centers. The Courtyard Center for Professional and Economic Development (CYC) opened in 1993. Located on Preston Park Boulevard in Plano near the intersection of Park and Preston, the CYC complex houses the Continuing Education and Workforce Development Division, the Small Business Development Center and the Business Solutions Group, which provides customized training to area businesses. Courses offered at CYC include career development, real estate, contract and corporate training, and Seniors Active in Learning (SAIL). Collin County Community College District is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate degrees and certificates.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Collin County Community College District cost?
Collin County Community College District's tuition is approximately $2,344 for In-State students and $4,144 for Out-State students.
What is Collin County Community College District's ranking?
Collin County Community College District ranks among the top 20% of community college in Texas for: Least expensive tuition, Diversity in US community colleges, Largest student body, Highest completion rates and Least debt for graduating students.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 39,548 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,344
  • Out-state tuition: $4,144
  • Student-teacher ratio: 35:1
  • Minority enrollment: 61%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For Texas public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,340 per year for in-state students and $5,798 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,749 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Texas is 72%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

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