Southwest Texas Junior College is a comprehensive, public, two-year college serving eleven counties in southwest Texas. College programs and services provide accessible, affordable, high-quality post-secondary education that prepares students to enter the job market, transfer to senior colleges and universities, pursue their professional and personal goals. Through its programs and services, the college equitably provides higher education opportunities and supports the economic growth of the community.
School Highlights
Southwest Texas Junior College serves 6,911 students (27% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is same as the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 71%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
Enrollment: 6,911 students
In-state tuition: $3,292
Out-state tuition: $4,012
Student:teacher ratio: 17:1
Minority enrollment: 89%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The student population of Southwest Texas Junior College has grown by 24% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 has decreased from 36:1 over five years.
The Southwest Texas Junior College diversity score of 0.25 is less than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
6,911 students
4,831 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
# Full-Time Students
1,867 students
1,371 students
# Part-Time Students
5,044 students
3,460 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
251 students
251 students
% Asian
n/a
5%
% Hispanic
86%
47%
% Black
1%
12%
% White
11%
29%
% Two or more races
1%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
1%
2%
Diversity Score
0.25
0.68
College Completion Rate
28%
24%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,700
$34,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,292 is less than the state average of $4,287. The in-state tuition has declined by 8% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,012 is less than the state average of $6,528. The out-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,292
$4,287
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,012
$6,528
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
84%
82%
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,500
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
76%
Source: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
Southwest Texas Junior College is a comprehensive, public, two-year
college serving eleven counties in southwest Texas. College
programs and services provide accessible, affordable, high-quality
post-secondary education that prepares students to enter the job
market, transfer to senior colleges and universities, pursue their
professional and personal goals. Through its programs and services,
the college equitably provides higher education opportunities and
supports the economic growth of the community. The college offers
developmental programs and services to enrolled and prospective
students to increase their chances for success and enhance their
potential for personal, educational, and professional growth. The
college offers degrees and certificates in Business, Child
Development, Computer Science, Criminal Justice, Engineering and
Teacher Certificate.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Southwest Texas Junior College is Northwest Vista College (64.7 miles away)
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Quick Stats (2022-23)
Enrollment: 6,911 students
In-state tuition: $3,292
Out-state tuition: $4,012
Student:teacher ratio: 17:1
Minority enrollment: 89%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
For Texas public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,287 per year for in-state students and $6,528 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,663 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
