Southwest Texas Junior College is a comprehensive, public, two-year college serving eleven counties in southwest Texas. College programs and services provide accessible, affordable, high-quality post-secondary education that prepares students to enter the job market, transfer to senior colleges and universities, pursue their professional and personal goals. Through its programs and services, the college equitably provides higher education opportunities and supports the economic growth of the community.
School Highlights
Southwest Texas Junior College serves 5,875 students (22% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the state community college average of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 94%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
Enrollment: 5,875 students
In-state tuition: $3,292
Out-state tuition: $4,012
Student:teacher ratio: 14:1
Minority enrollment: 99%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The student population of Southwest Texas Junior College has declined by 14% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 has decreased from 17:1 over five years.
The Southwest Texas Junior College diversity score of 0.23 is less than the state average of 0.75. The school's diversity has declined by 7% over five years.
Total Enrollment
5,875 students
3,803 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
# Full-Time Students
1,278 students
788 students
# Part-Time Students
4,597 students
3,015 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
419 students
344 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,278 students
784 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
15 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
4,597 students
3,005 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
31 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
251 students
252 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
4%
% Asian
1%
12%
% Hispanic
n/a
9%
% Black
87%
40%
% White
1%
6%
% Hawaiian
10%
24%
% Two or more races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.23
0.75
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.2993%
0.5294%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.366%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,700
$34,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,292 is less than the state average of $3,316. The in-state tuition has declined by 16% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,012 is less than the state average of $5,750. The out-state tuition has declined by 34% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,292
$3,316
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,012
$5,750
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
86%
84%
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,000
$10,765
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
81%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
Southwest Texas Junior College is a comprehensive, public, two-year
college serving eleven counties in southwest Texas. College
programs and services provide accessible, affordable, high-quality
post-secondary education that prepares students to enter the job
market, transfer to senior colleges and universities, pursue their
professional and personal goals. Through its programs and services,
the college equitably provides higher education opportunities and
supports the economic growth of the community. The college offers
developmental programs and services to enrolled and prospective
students to increase their chances for success and enhance their
potential for personal, educational, and professional growth. The
college offers degrees and certificates in Business, Child
Development, Computer Science, Criminal Justice, Engineering and
Teacher Certificate.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Southwest Texas Junior College cost?
Southwest Texas Junior College's tuition is approximately $3,292 for In-State students and $4,012 for Out-State students.
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Quick Stats (2024-25)
Enrollment: 5,875 students
In-state tuition: $3,292
Out-state tuition: $4,012
Student:teacher ratio: 14:1
Minority enrollment: 99%
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.
