Cisco College
About Cisco College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Cisco College teaches in Cisco and Abilene, on the rolling plains of west Texas, and keeps dormitories. Nursing and allied health are its largest programs.
Founded
1939
Location
Cisco, Texas
Students
1,620
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
29.8%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,710
Out-of-state: $7,140
Avg Net Price
$9,624
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$39,092
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
Below Average
29.8% complete their degree within three years
Retention
66.8%
Transfer Out
Not reported
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
49.5%
$/Student
$4.4K
Class Size
Medium
The 29.8% graduation rate is below average, but 66.8% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,710
In-State
$7,140
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$5,366
Books & Supplies
$1,339
Total Cost of Attendance
$17,469
After Financial Aid
$9,624
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,287
Receive Grants
25.8%
Take Loans
6.4%
The total cost of attendance runs about $17,469/yr, including $5,366 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $9,624.
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 Cisco College fund their education.
While in School
25.8%
Get Grants
Free money
6.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$26,671
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$101/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,500, 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 Cisco College.
Gender
63.3%
Female
37%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,620
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
44.4%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
16.9%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 44.4% 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
Rural: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
1,620
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Cisco College fields 7 varsity teams with 238 student athletes, about 15% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
238
15% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
68% / 32%
163
Men
75
Women
2
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Cisco Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$39,092
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$18K
313 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$81K
51 grads
4yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$54K
22 grads
4yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
5 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
5 grads
Fire Protection
—
4 grads
Median earnings are $39K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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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.