- Frank Phillips College is a comprehensive community college. The mission of this institution is to provide quality educational programs to the residents of its service area, the ten northernmost counties of the Texas Panhandle. The Board of Regents, administration, faculty and staff are united in their commitment to the accomplishment of this mission.
School Highlights
Frank Phillips College serves 1,984 students (36% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the state community college average of 23:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 74%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 1,984 students
- In-state tuition: $3,490
- Out-state tuition: $3,700
- Student:teacher ratio: 17:1
- Minority enrollment: 55%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Frank Phillips College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 116 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Frank Phillips College
(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private, for profit
Total Faculty
116 staff
262 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Frank Phillips College has grown by 32% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 has increased from 14:1 over five years.
The Frank Phillips College diversity score of 0.69 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has grown by 14% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,984 students
1,396 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
23:1
# Full-Time Students
714 students
890 students
# Part-Time Students
1,270 students
4,022 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
198 students
403 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
714 students
890 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
40 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,270 students
4,022 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
47 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
228 students
252 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
4%
n/a
% Asian
1%
6%
% Hispanic
33%
46%
% Black
2%
14%
% White
45%
26%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
1%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
14%
3%
Diversity Score
0.69
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3059%
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)
$36,800
$34,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,490 is more than the state average of $3,316. The in-state tuition has declined by 15% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $3,700 is less than the state average of $5,750. The out-state tuition has declined by 15% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,490
$3,316
Out-State Tuition Fees
$3,700
$5,750
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
67%
84%
Median Debt for Graduates
$7,750
$10,765
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,750
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
81%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Frank Phillips College serves over 3,000 students each semester, 1,500 transfer degree-seeking students and approximately 1,500 applied science, workforce and certificate students. FPC provides a diverse cultural background for students attending college, with students typically representing 15-17 countries and 34-39 states annually. The curricula offerings at FPC range literally from 'a to z' with programs of study from agriculture to zoology coupled with numerous technical and occupational programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Frank Phillips College cost?
Frank Phillips College's tuition is approximately $3,490 for In-State students and $3,700 for Out-State students.
What is Frank Phillips College's ranking?
Frank Phillips College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Texas for: Least debt for graduating students.
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