The mission of El Paso County Community College District is to provide educational opportunities and support services that prepare individuals to improve their personal quality of life and to contribute to their economically and culturally diverse community.
School Highlights
El Paso Community College serves 32,138 students (25% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the state community college average of 23:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 74%.
Quick Stats (2025)
Enrollment: 32,138 students
In-state tuition: $2,094
Out-state tuition: $3,654
Student:teacher ratio: 19:1
Minority enrollment: 95%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The student population of El Paso Community College has grown by 10% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 has increased from 15:1 over five years.
The El Paso Community College diversity score of 0.29 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
32,138 students
1,396 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
23:1
# Full-Time Students
7,971 students
890 students
# Part-Time Students
24,167 students
4,022 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
321 students
403 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
7,971 students
890 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
40 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
24,167 students
4,022 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
47 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
252 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
1%
6%
% Hispanic
84%
46%
% Black
2%
14%
% White
5%
26%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
n/a
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
7%
3%
Diversity Score
0.29
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.2084%
0.5469%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.3357%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,000
$34,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,094 is less than the state average of $3,316. The in-state tuition has declined by 36% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $3,654 is less than the state average of $5,750. The out-state tuition has declined by 31% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,094
$3,316
Out-State Tuition Fees
$3,654
$5,750
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
85%
84%
Median Debt for Graduates
$5,538
$10,765
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,685
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
81%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
Established in 1969, the campuses offer programs to more than
24,000 credit students and 5,300 non-credit students. Students may
choose from more than 130 academic programs of study and more than
350 personal enrichment/continuing education courses. The college
also offer the latest in technology, training facilities, and
innovative learning options such as distance education, online
courses, dual credit, student technology services, and a new
state-of-the-art model for delivering K-Gray education. In
addition, strong community partnerships, customized employer
training, and other workforce development initiatives make EPCC the
leading training provider of choice for local area business and
industry. The college offer the latest in technology, training
facilities, and innovative learning options such as distance
education, online courses, dual credit, student technology
services, and a new state-of-the-art model for delivering K-Gray
education. In addition, strong community partnerships, customized
employer training, and other workforce development initiatives make
EPCC the leading training provider of choice for local area
business and industry. The college offers Associates of Arts,
Associates of Applied Science degrees and Certificate programs. El
Paso County Community College District is accredited by the
Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and
Schools to award the Associate Degree.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does El Paso Community College cost?
El Paso Community College's tuition is approximately $2,094 for In-State students and $3,654 for Out-State students.
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Quick Stats (2025)
Enrollment: 32,138 students
In-state tuition: $2,094
Out-state tuition: $3,654
Student:teacher ratio: 19:1
Minority enrollment: 95%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
El Paso County, TX community colleges have a diversity score of 0.52, which is higher than the national average of 0.00. The most diverse community college in El Paso County, TX is Vista College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.
