Western Texas College

6200 College Ave
Snyder, TX 79549
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings
  • Western Texas College is a comprehensive public community college which provides open access and equal educational opportunity as it supports the lifelong needs of a multicultural society. The college is committed to educational excellence as it challenges students to reach their full potential in developing critical thinking skills, communication proficiency, appreciation of arts and culture, and an understanding of their role and responsibilities in a democratic society.

School Highlights

Western Texas College serves 1,442 students (31% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 70%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 1,442 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,970
  • Out-state tuition: $4,380
  • Student:teacher ratio: 16:1
  • Minority enrollment: 58%
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute

School Overview

The teacher population of 91 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Western Texas College
(TX) 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
91 staff
262 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Western Texas College has declined by 33% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 has decreased from 24:1 over five years.
The Western Texas College diversity score of 0.64 is less than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has grown by 10% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,442 students
4,669 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
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# Full-Time Students
449 students
1,310 students
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# Part-Time Students
993 students
3,359 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
127 students
344 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
449 students
1,289 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
16 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
993 students
3,151 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
15 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
350 students
252 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
n/a
5%
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% Hispanic
42%
46%
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% Black
9%
12%
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% White
42%
30%
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% Two or more races
n/a
2%
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% Non Resident races
4%
2%
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% Unknown races
n/a
3%
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Diversity Score
0.64
0.68
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
51%
26%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
2.44%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,500
$34,600
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $2,970 is less than the state average of $3,924. The in-state tuition has declined by 23% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,380 is less than the state average of $6,229. The out-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,970
$3,924
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,380
$6,229
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
54%
83%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$6,500
$10,765
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
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Acceptance Rate
n/a
78%

Sports

Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Agriculture Club, Art Club, Baptist Student Ministry, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, GCSAA (Golf Course Superintendents Association of America), National Society of Leadership and Success, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, PLANET (Professional Landcare Network)
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • Western Texas College continues to grow and evolve after four decades in Snyder. WTC is a community college focused on the success of our students. Earning an Associate of Arts degree, an Associate of Science degree or an Associate of Arts in Teaching degree at WTC will provide you with college credit that will transfer to a university. Receiving an Associate of Applied Science degree or one of the many certificates we offer will give you the hands-on training needed to be competitive in today`s job market.
  • Academically, Western Texas offers the same basic courses as the state's four-year schools. This includes Agriculture, Art, Biology, Business Administration, Chemistry, College Preparatory, Computer Science, Drama, Economics, Education, English, Geography, Geology, Government, History, Humanities, Mass Communications, Mathematics, Music, Orientation, Philosophy, Physical Education, Physical Science, Physics, Psychology, Sociology, Spanish and Speech.
  • Western Texas offers Associate of Applied Science degrees as well as one-year and two-year vocational certificates in such areas as Early Childhood Education, Electrical Lineman Technology, Turfgrass & Landscape Management, Information Technology Business Management, Medical Information Technology, Petroleum Technology, Criminal Justice, and Welding.
  • Western Texas College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, telephone 404-679-4500, website: www.sacscoc.org, to award associate degrees and certificates. Inquiries to the Commission should relate only to the accreditation status of the institute, and not to general admission information.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Western Texas College cost?
Western Texas College's tuition is approximately $2,970 for In-State students and $4,380 for Out-State students.
What sports does Western Texas College offer?
Western Texas College offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Western Texas College's ranking?
Western Texas College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Texas for: Least debt for graduating students.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 1,442 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,970
  • Out-state tuition: $4,380
  • Student:teacher ratio: 16:1
  • Minority enrollment: 58%
  • Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

For Texas public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,924 per year for in-state students and $6,229 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $14,052 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Texas is 78%. 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 0.70. The most diverse community college in Texas is Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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