Brazosport College

500 College Dr
Lake Jackson, TX 77566
Top-Ranked (2026-27): View Rankings
  • Brazosport College exists to improve quality of life by providing associate and baccalaureate degree programs, academic transfer programs, job skills training, and cultural enrichment in an efficient and cost effective manner. Our faculty and staff are committed to responding to student needs, creating a learning environment, exceeding employer expectations, and enriching our community.

School Highlights

Brazosport College serves 3,812 students (12% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the state community college average of 34:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 75%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 3,812 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,315
  • Out-state tuition: $4,725
  • Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
  • Minority enrollment: 61%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

The teacher population of 187 teachers has declined by 55% over five years.
Brazosport College
(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Year Founded
1968
Campus Size
156 acres
Total Faculty
187 staff
73 staff
School Calendar
AccreditationAccred.
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Student Body

The student population of Brazosport College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 has increased from 10:1 over five years.
The Brazosport College diversity score of 0.65 is less than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has grown by 7% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,812 students
4,254 students

Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data

Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
34:1

Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data

# Full-Time Students
442 students
902 students

Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data

# Part-Time Students
3,370 students
3,352 students

Showing 2013–2025. View full 19-year historical data

# Enrollment Undergraduate
3,812 students
1,360 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
442 students
869 students

Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data

# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,370 students
3,370 students
% Asian
1%
6%

Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data

% Hispanic
43%
47%

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% Black
8%
13%

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% White
39%
25%

Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data

% Two or more races
3%
2%
% Non Resident races
2%
2%
% Unknown races
4%
5%
Diversity Score
0.65
0.69

Showing 2011–2025. View full 19-year historical data

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
37%
26%
Median Earnings 10 Years After Entry (measured in 2022-2023, in 2024 dollars)
$48,963
$42,382

Points are in the dollars of their own College Scorecard release, and the colleges behind the state line differ by period. The lines do not show inflation-adjusted growth.

Tuition & Financial Aid

The public in-state tuition of $3,315 is less than the state average of $3,345. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,725 is less than the state average of $5,806. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,315
$3,345
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,725
$5,806
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
95%
88%

Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data

Median Debt for Graduates
$5,470
$10,630
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,500
$5,500
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • Brazosport College is an open door, equal access higher education institution committed to providing the best courses, programs, and activities that can be organized and presented to meet the identified needs of adult learners from varied backgrounds. Enrollment from January to December 2004 was approximately 29,280 students in both credit and non-credit courses. Since its establishment in 1968, the college has played an important role in the personal successes of more than 100,000 students. In recent years, Brazosport College has graduated just over 200 students annually, and has become the key provider of a highly-trained work force for local industry employers in Brazoria County. The Brazosport College campus occupies 156 acres of beautiful, naturally landscaped grounds enclosed on two sides by the winding Oyster Creek. It is convenient to all towns and cities in South Brazoria County: 22 miles from Sweeny, 19 miles from West Columbia, 11 miles from Brazoria, eight miles from Freeport and Angleton, and only two miles from Lake Jackson, Clute, and Richwood. For students seeking a certificate or degree in an occupational/technical field, Brazosport College offers courses leading to an Associate of Applied Science degree in nineteen areas. Additionally, an ever-broadening community education program is designed to address the diverse needs of people of all ages within the communities served by the college. From Saturday Morning Enrichment classes designed for K-fifth graders, and summertime Kids' College and Teen College, to the Adult Life and Learning Program for our senior neighbors, Brazosport College has lifelong opportunities for learning adventures. Brazosport College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Baccalaureate Degrees and Associate Degrees.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Brazosport College cost?
Brazosport College's tuition is approximately $3,315 for In-State students and $4,725 for Out-State students.
What schools are Brazosport College often compared to?
Brazosport Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Alvin Community College by visitors of our site.
What is Brazosport College's ranking?
Brazosport College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Texas for: Percent of students receiving financial aid, Highest median earnings 10 years after entry and Least debt for graduating students.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 3,812 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,315
  • Out-state tuition: $4,725
  • Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
  • Minority enrollment: 61%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For Texas public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,345 per year for in-state students and $5,806 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,749 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Texas is 80%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Texas community colleges have a diversity score of 0.69, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in Texas is Houston International College Cardiotech Ultrasound School. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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