School Highlights
Panola College serves 3,123 students (34% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is same as the state community college average of 23:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 74%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 3,123 students
- In-state tuition: $2,904
- Out-state tuition: $3,648
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Student:teacher ratio: 23:1
- Minority enrollment: 45%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Panola College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
The teacher population of 135 teachers has declined by 29% over five years.
Panola College
(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/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
135 staff
262 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Panola College has grown by 20% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 has increased from 13:1 over five years.
The Panola College diversity score of 0.62 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has grown by 11% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,123 students
1,396 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
23:1
# Full-Time Students
1,054 students
890 students
# Part-Time Students
2,069 students
4,022 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
312 students
403 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,054 students
890 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
40 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,069 students
4,022 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
47 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
228 students
252 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
1%
6%
% Hispanic
19%
46%
% Black
19%
14%
% White
55%
26%
% Hawaiian
2%
n/a
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.62
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3738%
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)
$34,700
$34,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,904 is less than the state average of $3,316. The in-state tuition has declined by 25% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $3,648 is less than the state average of $5,750. The out-state tuition has declined by 26% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,904
$3,316
Out-State Tuition Fees
$3,648
$5,750
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
84%
84%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,375
$10,765
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
100%
81%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Volleyball
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
16 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Baptist Student Ministry, Caddo Club, Delta Psi Omega, Gaming Club, Green Jackets, History Club, National Society of Leadership and Success, Phi Beta Lambda, Phi Theta Kappa, Social Modern Asian Culture Club, Student Government Association, Student Occupational Therapy Assistant Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Chorale, Theatre program
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Rodeo Team (Varsity)
Baptist Student Ministry, Caddo Club, Delta Psi Omega, Gaming Club, Green Jackets, History Club, National Society of Leadership and Success, Phi Beta Lambda, Phi Theta Kappa, Social Modern Asian Culture Club, Student Government Association, Student Occupational Therapy Assistant Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Chorale, Theatre program
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Rodeo Team (Varsity)
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Established in 1947, Panola College has greatly expanded its services to meet community needs and to provide a wide range of educational and training opportunities to citizens of all ages. The College began operating temporary buildings before the first two permanent buildings were erected in 1949. A 35-acre campus at the junction of Texas state Highway 315 and U.S. 79 in Carthage has been the school's home since its inception. There are now sixteen permanent buildings with more than 135 acres available for expansion in the coming century. In addition to a comprehensive community college in Carthage, the school offers a variety of instructional opportunities in a four-county service area including Harrison, Marion, and Shelby counties. These three counties became part of the college's official service area by legislative act in 1995. Panola College offers quality instructional programs for those interested in academic transfer, vocational/technical fields, developmental studies, workforce training and continuing education. Our excellent faculty provide personal assistance to students in a caring environment. An outstanding array of distance learning courses are also available. The degrees offered includes Associate of Science, Associate of Art, Associate of Applied Science, and Associate of Arts in Teaching. Certificates are available in technical areas. Panola College is accredited by the Commission of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate degrees and certificates of completion.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Chad Dallas - professional baseball player
- Fabulous Flournoy - current assistant coach[2] with the Toronto Raptors, former player and the head coach for basketball team Newcastle Eagles, who compete in the British Basketball League.[3]
- Dexter Shouse - former professional basketball player, played for Panola during the 1981–82 & 1982–83 seasons
- Mark Bradenburg - played baseball professionally in both the minor leagues and the MLB over eight seasons with the Texas Rangers and Boston Red Sox.
- Linda Davis - Multiple grammy winner, plus several other music awards
- Natalie Woods Stanyer - Dallas Cowboy Cheerleader, Producer on CMT's Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Making the Team, NFL producer
- Tilden Hooper - 9 Time NFR Qualifier, actor on Yellowstone, PRCA Resistol Bareback Riding Rookie of the Year, 2007
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Panola College cost?
Panola College's tuition is approximately $2,904 for In-State students and $3,648 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Panola College?
The acceptance rate of Panola College is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 81%.
Who are famous alumni from Panola College?
Panola College famous alumni include: Chad Dallas, Fabulous Flournoy, Dexter Shouse, Mark Bradenburg, Linda Davis, Natalie Woods Stanyer and Tilden Hooper.
What sports does Panola College offer?
Panola College offers 3 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball and Volleyball.
What is Panola College's ranking?
Panola College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Texas for: Least expensive tuition.
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