Weatherford College

225 College Park Drive
Weatherford, TX 76086
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Tel: (800) 287-5471
www.wc.edu
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  • Weatherford College is a comprehensive community college as set forth inTexas Education Code (Sec. 130.0011) and, therefore, operates with open admissions and is accredited to award associate degrees and programcertificates. Students may also prepare for transfer to senior institutions, occupational advancement, and lifelong learning.

School Highlights

Weatherford College serves 5,943 students (30% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 71%.

School Overview

The teacher population of 404 teachers has grown by 54% over five years.
Weatherford College(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie ClassificationAssociate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High TraditionalAssociate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
Institution LevelAt least 2 but less than 4 yearsAt least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution ControlPublicPublic
Total Faculty404 staff262 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Weatherford College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 has decreased from 19:1 over five years.
The Weatherford College diversity score of 0.45 is less than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment5,943 students4,831 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio15:117:1
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# Full-Time Students1,805 students1,371 students
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# Part-Time Students4,138 students3,460 students
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Total Dormitory Capacity		288 students251 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
-
% Asian
1%
5%
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% Hispanic
20%
47%
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% Black
2%
12%
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% White
71%
29%
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% Two or more races
3%
3%
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% Non Resident races
1%
2%
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% Unknown races
1%
2%
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Diversity Score0.450.68
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College Completion Rate
19%
24%
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Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)$34,300$34,600
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Tuition Cost and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $3,540 is less than the state average of $4,287. The in-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,190 is less than the state average of $6,528. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees$3,540$4,287
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Out-State Tuition Fees$5,190$6,528
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid72%82%
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Median Debt for Graduates$9,500$10,500
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Median Debt for Dropouts$5,500$5,500
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Source: 2020 (or latest year available) IPEDS

School Notes

  • On July 5, 1869, the cornerstone of Phoenix Masonic Lodge.s school was laid at the corner of South Main and Lee Streets in Weatherford. In 1921, Weatherford College was reorganized as a junior college, offering college courses leading to the Associate of Arts degree as well as several high school courses leading to a high school diploma. Enrollment dropped during World War II forcing, the college to accept a merger proposal submitted by Southwestern University of Georgetown, Texas. The name was changed once again to Weatherford College of Southwestern University. On April 30, 1949, Southwestern University dissolved the merger and asked Weatherford or Parker County to accept ownership. The Parker County Commissioners Court called a special election and by a vote margin of almost three to one, Weatherford College of the Parker County Junior College District was established. The college opened for its first session in September 1949. Increased enrollment and unsuccessful attempts to purchase additional property surrounding the college forced WC to purchase 90 acres as a site for a new campus in 1969. Construction began in 1967, and the new campus was opened in the fall of 1968. The main campus is located on approximately 90 acres in the southeastern portion of Weatherford, just north of Interstate 20. Rolling hills, native Texas foliage and beautiful trees decorate the campus, which has become a center of activity in the Parker County community. WC has a 130-year tradition of academic excellence, diversity of programs and personalized approach to education. You can choose from more than 35 study areas or train for a career in one of 19 professional/technical programs. There are more than 60 degree and certificate programs taught by many of the finest instructors in the state. You'll enjoy small, intimate classes led by highly qualified instructors. You'll meet students from around the area and abroad, and find collegiate sports, clubs, and activities to enjoy with them. Weatherford College of the Parker County Junior College District is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the associate degree.

Nearby Schools

The nearest community college to Weatherford College is The College of Saints John Fisher & Thomas More (25.4 miles away).
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Quick Stats (2022)
  • Students: 5,943 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,540
  • Out-state tuition: $5,190
  • Student:teacher ratio: 15:1
  • Minority enrollment: 29%
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For Texas public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,287 per year for in-state students and $6,528 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,663 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Texas is 77%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Texas community colleges have a diversity score of 0.68, which is lower than the national average of 0.71. The most diverse community college in Texas is Vista College-Online. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.
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