Vista College

6101 Montana Ave
El Paso, TX 79925
Top-Ranked (2026-27): View Rankings
  • Enroll in a New Future at Vista College
  • Earn a Certificate, Diploma or Associate Degree in one of many careers!
  • Vista College offers numerous educational programs in Business, Healthcare, Technology and many other trades. Get the edge you need when looking for a new career or seeking to move up in your current occupation. The focused instruction and hands-on training offered at Vista College helps prepare you for the day-to-day challenges you'll face in the real world.

School Highlights

Vista College serves 2,945 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the state community college average of 34:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 75%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 2,945 students
  • Private-state tuition: $15,680
  • Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
  • Minority enrollment: 77%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Vista College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

Category
Attribute
Completion Rates

School Overview

The teacher population of 203 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Vista College
(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Year Founded
1999
Total Faculty
203 staff
73 staff
AccreditationAccred.
Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES), Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)

Student Body

The student population of Vista College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 has decreased from 17:1 over five years.
The Vista College diversity score of 0.69 is equal to the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,945 students
4,254 students

Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data

Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
34:1

Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data

# Full-Time Students
2,945 students
902 students

Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data

# Enrollment Undergraduate
2,945 students
1,360 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,945 students
869 students

Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data

% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
1%
6%
% Hispanic
45%
47%

Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data

% Black
23%
13%

Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data

% White
23%
25%

Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data

% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
% Two or more races
4%
2%
% Unknown races
2%
5%
Diversity Score
0.69
0.69

Showing 2011–2025. View full 19-year historical data

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
45%
54%

Showing 2013–2025. View full 19-year historical data

Median Earnings 10 Years After Entry (measured in 2020-2021, in 2022 dollars)
$29,095
$38,696

Points are in the dollars of their own College Scorecard release, and the colleges behind the state line differ by period. The lines do not show inflation-adjusted growth.

Tuition & Financial Aid

The private state tuition of $15,680 is more than the state average of $13,749. The private state tuition has grown by 8% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$15,680
$13,749
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
84%
88%

Showing 2011–2025. View full 19-year historical data

Median Debt for Graduates
$15,407
$10,630

Showing 2008–2020. View full 14-year historical data

Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,750
$5,500

Showing 2008–2020. View full 14-year historical data

Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • Vista College offers detailed instruction and in-depth training. We also provide additional tools you'll need to gain a competitive edge in your job search after graduation.
  • Take advantage of these Vista College services:
  • Day or evening classes
  • Learn from industry experts
  • Convenient class schedules
  • Career Services Assistance for graduates
  • Financial aid available for those who qualify
  • Plus much more!
  • *Not all programs offered at all locations.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Vista College cost?
Vista College's private state tuition is approximately $15,680.
What is Vista College's ranking?
Vista College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Texas for: Highest completion rates.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 2,945 students
  • Private-state tuition: $15,680
  • Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
  • Minority enrollment: 77%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

El Paso County, TX community colleges have a diversity score of 0.52, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in El Paso County, TX is Vista College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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