Brazosport College
About Brazosport College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Brazosport College teaches in Lake Jackson, on the Gulf coast of Texas beside the chemical plants, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Process technology and electromechanical technology are its largest programs, and its graduates mostly go straight into the plants.
Founded
1968
Location
Lake Jackson, Texas
Students
2,622
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
56.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,388
Out-of-state: $4,711
Avg Net Price
$4,732
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$45,910
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
56.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
0%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
96%
$/Student
$12.4K
Class Size
Large
56.2% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$2,388
In-State
$4,711
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,020
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,167
After Financial Aid
$4,732
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$4,072
Receive Grants
17.4%
Take Loans
1.2%
Tuition is $2,388/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $4,732.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Brazosport College fund their education.
While in School
17.4%
Get Grants
Free money
1.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$22,271
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$5,641
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$60/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $5,641, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Brazosport College.
Gender
54.5%
Female
46%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,622
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
53.9%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
27.3%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (55% women, 46% men). 53.9% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Small
Campus Quick Facts
2,622
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Brazosport Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$45,910
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$27K
312 grads
1yr Earnings
Physical Science Technologies/Technicians
—
89 grads
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians
—
38 grads
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services
—
24 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
—
19 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
13 grads
Graduates earn about $37K six years out, growing to $46K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.