- Change your career!
Change your life!
The College of Health Care Professions is a great place for working adults to enhance their current careers, or help themselves find new career pathways to better lives. We also train high school graduates to enter in the exciting high demand Healthcare industry.
Our programs are focused and centered on empowering you with the skills you need to enter the expanding and rewarding Healthcare Industry. Learn only what you need to gain employment in your particular field, so you can get certified and enter the job market faster. - Cardiac Sonography - Associates
- Dental Assistant - Certificate
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography Associates
- Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist w/ MA Skills - Certificate
- Medical Assistant - Certificate
- Medical Coding & Billing - Certificate
- Nursing (LVN to ADN) - Associates
- Surgical Technology - Associates
- Vocational Nursing - Certificate
The College of Health Care Professions also features: - Financial aid for those who qualify
- Job placement assistance to graduates
- Tutorials for all programs
- Convenient day and evening classes
- Four convenient locations
- Friendly customer service oriented staff
If you feel you`re ready to forge a new direction in your life with better career options in the rewarding Healthcare industry, don`t hesitate to find out more about The College of Health Care Professions today!
School Highlights
The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest serves 3,794 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the state community college average of 23:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 74%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 3,794 students
- In-state tuition: $19,800
- Out-state tuition: $17,000
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Student:teacher ratio: 20:1
- Minority enrollment: 88%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
School Overview
The teacher population of 190 teachers has grown by 72% over five years.
The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest
(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Four-Year: Other Health Professions Schools
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
190 staff
262 staff
Number of Programs Offered
10
8
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest has grown by 144% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 has decreased from 26:1 over five years.
The The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest diversity score of 0.74 is more than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has grown by 12% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,794 students
4,931 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
23:1
# Full-Time Students
3,794 students
909 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
4,022 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
517 students
403 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3,794 students
890 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
40 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
4,166 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
47 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
252 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
1%
6%
% Hispanic
34%
46%
% Black
29%
13%
% White
12%
26%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
21%
4%
Diversity Score
0.74
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
71%
19%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
53%
34%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,400
$34,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $19,800 is more than the state average of $3,764.
The public out-state tuition of $17,000 is more than the state average of $6,054.
In-State Tuition Fees
$19,800
$3,764
Out-State Tuition Fees
$17,000
$6,054
Tuition Notes
Competitive and varies across campuses. Please view the official documents for specifics.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
85%
84%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,500
$10,765
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,550
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
100%
72%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest cost?
The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest's tuition is approximately $19,800 for In-State students and $17,000 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest?
The acceptance rate of The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 72%.
What is The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest's ranking?
The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest ranks among the top 20% of community college in Texas for: Diversity in US community colleges and Most Programs Offered.
In what neighborhood is The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest located?
The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest is located in the Central Northwest neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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