Galveston College

4015 Ave Q
Galveston, TX 77550
Top Ranked (2024-25): View Rankings
  • Galveston College creates accessible learning opportunities to fulfill individual and community needs by providing high-quality educational programs and services.

School Highlights

Galveston College serves 1,870 students (35% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 94%.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 1,870 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,260
  • Out-state tuition: $4,150
  • Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
  • Minority enrollment: 98%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Galveston College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

Category
Attribute
Completion Rates

School Overview

The teacher population of 188 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Galveston College
(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
188 staff
262 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Galveston College has declined by 18% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has decreased from 12:1 over five years.
The Galveston College diversity score of 0.68 is less than the state average of 0.75. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,870 students
3,803 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
16:1
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# Full-Time Students
661 students
788 students
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# Part-Time Students
1,209 students
3,015 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
153 students
344 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
661 students
784 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
15 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,209 students
3,005 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
31 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
102 students
252 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
4%
4%
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% Asian
15%
12%
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% Hispanic
n/a
9%
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% Black
40%
40%
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% White
2%
6%
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% Hawaiian
37%
24%
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% Two or more races
2%
2%
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% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
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% Unknown races
1%
3%
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Diversity Score
0.68
0.75
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
41%
22.76%
This chart displays completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Galveston College and community college average completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Texas by year, with the latest 2018-19 school year data.
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.4109%
0.366%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$36,800
$34,600
This chart displays average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Galveston College and community college average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Texas by year, disaggregated by student subgroups with the latest 2012-13 school year data.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $2,260 is less than the state average of $3,316. The in-state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,150 is less than the state average of $5,750. The out-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,260
$3,316
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,150
$5,750
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
75%
84%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$9,687
$10,765
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,450
$5,500
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Acceptance Rate
n/a
81%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • Galveston College has proven to be a progressive, dynamic institution of higher education known for its partnerships with businesses and organizations and its commitment to provide a quality learning environment that is student-focused. Its programs have consistently gained local, state, and national acclaim in areas that include health occupations programs, workforce development initiatives, NJCAA athletics, innovative fundraising, a hospitality institute and culinary arts, and special student services. For the opening of the College in September 1967, through the spring of 1970, the College occupied Moody Hall, a refurbished orphanage, as its only campus facility. The initial academic offerings were fairly broad in scope, while the occupational program was minimal but with strong offerings in vocational nursing, office occupations, engineering/drafting and law enforcement. During the period 1972-76, many new occupational programs were added, including offset printing, industrial engine mechanics, refrigeration mechanics, banking, fashion merchandising, office simulation, and a certificate program in hospital unit clerk training. Added to these was an academic program in cooperative education. In May 1977, the College opened its Fort Crockett campus at which some 600 students received course work in health care programs, fine arts, physical education and various other credit and adult educational offerings. Since 1977, the College has added courses in computer science, child development, human development, television and surgical technology. Also, a grant from the National Science Foundation has enabled mathematics and science instructors to employ the computer as an instructional tool.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Galveston College cost?
Galveston College's tuition is approximately $2,260 for In-State students and $4,150 for Out-State students.
What is Galveston College's ranking?
Galveston College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Texas for: Least expensive tuition and Highest completion rates.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 1,870 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,260
  • Out-state tuition: $4,150
  • Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
  • Minority enrollment: 98%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For Texas public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,316 per year for in-state students and $5,750 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,996 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Texas is 77%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Texas community colleges have a diversity score of 0.75, which is equal to the national average of 0.75. The most diverse community college in Texas is Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Dallas. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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