Collin County Community College District
About Collin County Community College District
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Collin College teaches across the fast-growing suburbs north of Dallas and is one of the few community colleges in Texas with dormitories. Computing, nursing and business are its largest programs, and more than a quarter of its students move on to a four-year college.
Founded
1985
Location
McKinney, Texas
Students
26,449
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
20.3%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,014
Out-of-state: $6,064
Avg Net Price
$8,969
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$48,701
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
20.3% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
26.5%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
21:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
26.1%
$/Student
$6.5K
Class Size
Large
The 20.3% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$2,014
In-State
$6,064
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$9,379
Books & Supplies
$2,220
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,237
After Financial Aid
$8,969
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,239
Receive Grants
16.2%
Take Loans
7.3%
The total cost of attendance runs about $15,237/yr, including $9,379 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $8,969.
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 Collin County Community College District fund their education.
While in School
16.2%
Get Grants
Free money
7.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$27,292
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$7,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$80/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $7,500, 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 Collin County Community College District.
Gender
52.7%
Female
47%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
26,449
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
41%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
17.8%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (53% women, 47% men). 41% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 8.1% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
26,449
Students
community
Institution
Large
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Collin County Community College District fields 4 varsity teams with 71 student athletes.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
71
29 men, 42 women
Athletes by Gender
41% / 59%
29
Men
42
Women
3
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Collin County Community College Districtearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$48,701
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$32K
2783 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
$34K
255 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
—
234 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$73K
172 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$52K
101 grads
4yr Earnings
Design and Applied Arts
$33K
101 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $39K six years out, growing to $49K 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.