- Tulsa Community College has served Tulsa and the surrounding community since 1970. The largest two-year college in Oklahoma, TCC serves approximately 30,000 students per semester in credit and continuing education classes. TCC operates four campuses and a conference center situated strategically throughout the Tulsa metropolitan area with an annual budget of approximately $84 million. The College employs 2,712 people, including 275 full-time faculty and 843 adjunct faculty. For the sixth consecutive year, TCC is ranked in the top three percent of more than 1,150 community colleges nationally in the number of associate degrees awarded in all disciplines.
School Highlights
Tulsa Community College serves 15,568 students (32% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is same as the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 45%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 15,568 students
- In-state tuition: $2,820
- Out-state tuition: $7,610
- Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 43%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Tulsa Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 1,300 teachers has grown by 146% over five years.
Tulsa Community College
(OK) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
1,300 staff
154 staff

School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Tulsa Community College has declined by 7% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has decreased from 13:1 over five years.
The Tulsa Community College diversity score of 0.64 is less than the state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has declined by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
15,568 students
1,681 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1

# Full-Time Students
5,030 students
785 students

# Part-Time Students
10,538 students
896 students



# Enrollment Undergraduate
980 students
270 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
5,030 students
785 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
7 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
10,538 students
896 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
9 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
320 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
7%
9%

% Asian
4%
3%

% Hispanic
10%
10%

% Black
7%
7%

% White
57%
55%

% Two or more races
10%
10%

% Non Resident races
2%
4%

% Unknown races
3%
2%


Diversity Score
0.64
0.66

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
22%
31%

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
3.59%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,500
$34,700

Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,820 is less than the state average of $3,475. The in-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,610 is less than the state average of $7,963. The out-state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,820
$3,475

Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,610
$7,963

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
90%
90%

Median Debt for Graduates
$13,000
$12,000

Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,535
$5,889

Acceptance Rate
n/a
47%
SAT Reading
n/a
387
SAT Math
n/a
475
ACT Composite
n/a
18
ACT English
n/a
17
ACT Math
n/a
18
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Since its inception, TCC has established a tradition of offering students a personal approach to higher education, an education that is designed to be practical and useful. You'll find incredible academic quality at a reasonable cost at TCC, and a qualified, dedicated faculty willing to work within your busy schedule. The college offers academic excellence, flexibility and convenience in scheduling, a state-of-the-art teaching environment. Tulsa Community College awards three degrees -- Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, and Associate in Applied Science, as well as a variety of certificates of achievement -- all based on the completion of our rigorous academic programs. Tulsa Community College offers programs at our Metro, Northeast, Southeast, or West campus. You'll complete an associate degree program -- with the option for transferring to a senior institution to complete your bachelor's degree. We also provide specialized instruction in workforce development programs, and continuing education for your job-training needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Tulsa Community College cost?
Tulsa Community College's tuition is approximately $2,820 for In-State students and $7,610 for Out-State students.
What schools are Tulsa Community College often compared to?
Tulsa Community Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Oklahoma City Community College by visitors of our site.
What is Tulsa Community College's ranking?
Tulsa Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Oklahoma for: Largest student body.
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