Southwest College for the Deaf Photo - SWCID Campus - Pedestrian plaza.

Best Howard County Community Colleges (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 2 community colleges serving 5,276 students in Howard County County, Texas.
The average community college acceptance rate in Texas is 71% (compared to national acceptance rates).
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), and the student:teacher ratio is 16:1.

Community Colleges in Howard County (2025)

College
Location
Students
Howard College
Public
1001 Birdwell Lane
Big Spring, TX 79720
(432) 264-5000
| 5,192 students
Southwest College for the Deaf
Southwest College for the Deaf Photo - SWCID Campus - Pedestrian plaza.
Public
3200 Ave C
Big Spring, TX 79720
(432) 264-3700
| 84 students

Frequently Asked Questions

How many community colleges are located in Howard County, TX?
There are 2 community colleges serving 5,276 students in Howard County, TX.
What is community college acceptance rate in Howard County, TX?
The average community college acceptance rate in Texas is 71% (compared to national acceptance rates).
How diverse are community college in Howard County, TX?
Community colleges in Howard County, TX have approximately 58% minority enrollment, with the majority being Hispanic.

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