- You`ll find a world of opportunity, exceptional learning environments, inspiring instructors and so much more. At McLennan, we stress student success. So whatever your educational goals are, we`ll help you reach them.Here are just a few of the reasons to come to McLennan:Small classes with individualized attention from professorsCutting-edge technology and facilitiesField research opportunitiesBeautiful campus next to Cameron Park and the Bosque RiverCulture of service, enrichment and achievement
School Highlights
McLennan Community College serves 7,850 students (33% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 30:1 is lower than the state community college average of 34:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 75%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 7,850 students
- In-state tuition: $106
- Out-state tuition: $181
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Student-teacher ratio: 30:1
- Minority enrollment: 53%
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
The teacher population of 266 teachers has declined by 60% over five years.
McLennan Community 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
Total Faculty
266 staff
73 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of McLennan Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 30:1 has increased from 13:1 over five years.
The McLennan Community College diversity score of 0.67 is less than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has grown by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
7,850 students
4,254 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
34:1
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Full-Time Students
2,602 students
902 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
5,248 students
3,352 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
7,850 students
1,360 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,602 students
869 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
5,248 students
3,370 students
% Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Hispanic
31%
47%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
12%
13%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
47%
25%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
3%
2%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
2%
5%
Diversity Score
0.67
0.69
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
32%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,000
$33,900
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $106 is less than the state average of $3,345. The in-state tuition has declined by 97% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $181 is less than the state average of $5,806. The out-state tuition has declined by 96% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$106
$3,345
Out-State Tuition Fees
$181
$5,806
Tuition Notes
$106 per credit hour for in-state students and $181 per credit hour for out-of-state students
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
87%
88%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,761
$10,630
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,088
$5,500
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Acceptance Rate
100%
75%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
BaseballBasketball
DanceGolf
Softball
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
23 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Agriculture ClubBaptist Student Ministry
Biology ClubBlack Student Association
Circle K InternationalEngineering and Physics Club at MCC
Hispanic Student AssociationMCC Sunrise Rotaract
MCC Women's Leadership AssociationMCC Young Democrats
McLennan PrideNAMI On Campus Waco (Tarleton)
Phi Theta Kappa (Honor Society)Psi Beta (Psychology Honor Society)
Sigma Kappa Delta (English Honor Society)Student Council
Student Veterans of America (SVA)The MCC History Student Association
TRIO Student AssociationWorkforce majors student organizations
Arts and Music Programs:
McLennan TheatreMusic Student Association
Pep Band
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- McLennan is located on a scenic 215-acre campus adjacent to Cameron Park and the Bosque River. Nestled among rolling hills and large trees, McLennan has been recognized statewide for its natural beauty and outstanding architecture.The college also owns Highlander Ranch, a 200-acre horse farm located about five miles from campus, and has an Emergency Services Education Center off-campus near the Waco Regional Airport. The campus features 22 buildings with 565,806 square feet of space. The 70,000 square-foot Learning Technology Center, completed in 2002, and its adjacent plaza are the focal point of the campus. MCC awards the Associate in Arts (A.A.) and Associate in Science transfer degrees through the Arts and Sciences division. The Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) workforce education degree and one-year certificates of completion in technical fields are awarded through the Workforce Education division. Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and the Graduate Equivalency Diploma (GED) are awarded through the Continuing Education division. McLennan Community College is accredited to award the Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, and Associate in Applied Sciences degrees.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does McLennan Community College cost?
McLennan Community College's tuition is approximately $106 for In-State students and $181 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of McLennan Community College?
The acceptance rate of McLennan Community College is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 75%.
What sports does McLennan Community College offer?
McLennan Community College offers 5 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Dance, Golf and Softball.
In what neighborhood is McLennan Community College located?
McLennan Community College is located in the Cedar Ridge neighborhood of Waco, TX.
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