Best Texas Community Colleges (2023)

For the 2023 school year, there are 109 community colleges serving 845,376 students in Texas (79 public colleges and 30 private colleges).

For Texas community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,626 per year for in-state students and $5,997 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $14,068 per year (view national tuition costs).

The best top ranked community colleges in California include Victoria College, Vet Tech Institute of Houston and Baptist Health System School of Health Professions.

The average community college acceptance rate in Texas is 76% (view national acceptance rates).

Minority enrollment is 70% (majority Hispanic) and the student:teacher ratio is 17:1.

Center for Advanced Legal Studies Photo - Center for Advanced Legal Studies, Houston, Texas.

Hallmark University Photo - Hallmark University, a nonprofit college located in San Antonio, TX

Collin County Community College District Photo - The rotunda of the Central Park Campus library in McKinney.

Western Technical College Photo - The Northeast (branch) Campus is housed in a 48,000 square ft. facility on five acres. The branch campus houses the following programs: Aerospace and Defense Technology, Bachelor in Nursing, Bachelor in Business Administration, Electronics Engineering Technology, Information Systems and Security, Master of Business Administration, Medical Billing & Coding, and Physical Therapist Assistant. The Diana campus also features, a Learning Resource

Austin Community College District Photo - ACC Northridge campus.

Dallas Institute of Funeral Service Photo - Lovely Campus

McLennan Community College Photo - An overview of a scenic part of the McLennan Community College.

Alvin Community College Photo - With over 100 degrees and certificates to chose from, Alvin Community College is the right choice for you.

Western Texas College Photo - The Dining Hall is located in the Student Center.

Western Technical College Photo - The East (main) Campus is housed in a 150,000 square ft. facility on 13 acres. The facility comfortably accommodates classrooms and shops for the following programs: Advanced Welding, Automotive Technology, Bachelor in Business Administration, Diesel Mechanics, Commercial Driver Training, Medical/Clinical Assistant, and Refrigeration/HVAC Technology. Our main campus also features a Learning Resource Center, student computer labs, restaurant and a Matco Tool store.

Jacksonville College-Main Campus Photo - Jacksonville College - proud Jaguars

Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf Photo - SWCID Campus - Pedestrian plaza.

Student by Ethnicity

(TX) School Average

Asian

Hispanic

46%

Black

12%

White

30%

Two or more races

Non Resident

Unknown

TX All Ethnic Groups Ethnicity Breakdown

[+] Show Closed Community Colleges in Texas

Community Colleges in Texas (Closed)

School

Location

Students

American Commercial College-Lubbock (Closed 2020)

Public

2007 34th St
Lubbock, TX 79411
(806) 747-4339

| 135 students

Anamarc College-El Paso Central (Closed 2014)

Private, for profit

3210 Dyer
El Paso, TX 79930
(915) 351-8100

| 4,701 students

Austin Business College (Closed 2007)

Public

2101 I H 35 South Ste 300
Austin, TX 78741
(512) 447-9415

| 177 students

Career Point College (San Antonio) (Closed 2016)

Private, for profit

4522 Fredericksburg RD Suite A-18
San Antonio, TX 78201
(210) 732-3000

| 1,208 students

International Business College-El Paso (Closed 2020)

Private for-profit

1156 Barranca
El Paso, TX 79935
(915) 859-0422

| 19 students

International Business College-El Paso (Closed 2020)

Private for-profit

1155 N Zaragosa Rd Suite 100
El Paso, TX 79907
(915) 842-0422

| 138 students

ITT Technical Institute-Arlington (Closed 2016)

Private, for profit

551 Ryan Plaza Dr
Arlington, TX 76011
(817) 794-5100

| 595 students

ITT Technical Institute-Austin (Closed 2016)

Private, for profit

6330 Highway 290 East, Ste 150
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 467-6800

| 438 students

ITT Technical Institute-Houston North (Closed 2016)

Private, for profit

15651 North Freeway
Houston, TX 77090
(281) 873-0512

| 645 students

ITT Technical Institute-Houston West (Closed 2016)

Private, for profit

2950 S Gessner
Houston, TX 77063
(713) 952-2294

| 615 students

ITT Technical Institute-Richardson (Closed 2016)

Private, for profit

2101 Waterview Pky
Richardson, TX 75080
(972) 690-9100

| 708 students

ITT Technical Institute-San Antonio (Closed 2016)

Private, for profit

5700 Northwest Pky
San Antonio, TX 78249
(210) 694-4612

| 502 students

ITT Technical Institute-Webster (Closed 2016)

Private, for profit

1001 Magnolia Ave
Webster, TX 77598
(281) 316-4700

| 378 students

Kaplan College-Lubbock (Closed 2020)

Private, for profit

1421 Ninth Street
Lubbock, TX 79401
(806) 765-7051

| 314 students

Lon Morris College (Closed 2012)

Public

800 College Ave
Jacksonville, TX 75766
(903) 589-4000

| 552 students

Sanford-Brown College-Dallas (Closed 2020)

Private, for profit

1250 Mockingbird Lane, Suite 150
Dallas, TX 75247
(214) 459-8490

| 490 students

Sanford-Brown College-Houston (Closed 2015)

Public

9999 Richmond Ave.
Houston, TX 77042
(713) 779-1110

| 671 students

Sanford-Brown College-San Antonio (Closed 2020)

Public

4511 Horizon Hill Boulevard, Suite 300
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 246-7700

| 208 students

Sanford-Brown College-San Antonio (San Antonio - 78229) (Closed 2020)

Private, for profit

4511 Horizon Hill Rd
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 530-9449

| 418 students

Frequently Asked Questions

How many community colleges are located in Texas?

There are 109 community colleges serving 845,376 students in Texas.

How much do community colleges cost in Texas?

What are the top ranked community colleges in Texas?

The best top ranked community colleges in Texas include Victoria College, Vet Tech Institute of Houston and Baptist Health System School of Health Professions.

What is community college acceptance rate in Texas?

The average community college acceptance rate in Texas is 76% (view national acceptance rates).

What is community college diversity score in Texas?

Texas community colleges have a diversity score of 0.68, which is lower than the national average of 0.70 (view national diversity statistics).

How diverse are community college in Texas?

Texas community college are approximately 70% minority students (majority Hispanic).

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