College of the Mainland, a comprehensive community college, is an accessible, affordable learner-centered institution dedicated to student success serving the mainland area of Galveston County and beyond.
School Highlights
College of the Mainland serves 4,133 students (27% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 94%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
Enrollment: 4,133 students
In-state tuition: $2,973
Out-state tuition: $3,873
Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
Minority enrollment: 97%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The student population of College of the Mainland has declined by 11% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has decreased from 11:1 over five years.
The College of the Mainland diversity score of 0.68 is less than the state average of 0.75. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,133 students
3,803 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
16:1
# Full-Time Students
1,118 students
788 students
# Part-Time Students
3,015 students
3,015 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
296 students
344 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,118 students
784 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
15 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,015 students
3,005 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
31 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
252 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
4%
% Asian
16%
12%
% Hispanic
n/a
9%
% Black
32%
40%
% White
3%
6%
% Hawaiian
43%
24%
% Two or more races
2%
2%
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.68
0.75
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
28%
0.5294%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.28%
0.366%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,600
$34,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,973 is less than the state average of $3,316. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $3,873 is less than the state average of $5,750. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,973
$3,316
Out-State Tuition Fees
$3,873
$5,750
Tuition Notes
12 hours In District
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
65%
84%
Median Debt for Graduates
$5,750
$10,765
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,000
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
81%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
College of the Mainland has something for everyone but more
importantly we offer a supportive, quality, affordable opportunity
to acquire the intellectual, cultural, social and economic skills
that you need to succeed today. Whether you seek an inexpensive
path to a bachelor's degree, an associate degree with a technical
skill or a class to advance you professionally or academically, you
will find an outstanding faculty and an eager support staff
committed to your success. The learning opportunities available at
COM extend from pre-college Adult Basic Education, ESL, GED and
developmental studies to college core curriculum and general
studies courses that transfer to senior colleges and universities.
In addition, our world-class technical programs offer Associate of
Applied Science (A.A.S.) degrees in process technology, computers,
networking, business, child development, criminal justice and many
more to prepare you for entry into choice career fields. Our
diverse and popular continuing education classes- for personal and
professional enrichment-cover a wide range of interests and
pursuits. And, our workforce training and retraining programs
-delivered on-site or on-campus-help employees enhance their
careers and employers strengthen their business position.
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Quick Stats (2024-25)
Enrollment: 4,133 students
In-state tuition: $2,973
Out-state tuition: $3,873
Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
Minority enrollment: 97%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
For Texas public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,316 per year for in-state students and $5,750 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,996 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
