Galveston College
About Galveston College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Galveston College teaches on the island, beside the state's oldest medical school, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution with dormitories. Allied health and nursing are its largest programs.
Founded
1967
Location
Galveston, Texas
Students
1,528
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
32.7%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,726
Out-of-state: $6,176
Avg Net Price
$8,412
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$37,233
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
32.7% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
15.7%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
52.4%
$/Student
$7.2K
Class Size
Medium
The 32.7% 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
$2,726
In-State
$6,176
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$8,764
Books & Supplies
$2,046
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,338
After Financial Aid
$8,412
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,225
Receive Grants
40.6%
Take Loans
8.8%
The total cost of attendance runs about $15,338/yr, including $8,764 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $8,412.
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 Galveston College fund their education.
While in School
40.6%
Get Grants
Free money
8.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$19,105
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,311
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$109/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,311, 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 Galveston College.
Gender
68.7%
Female
31%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,528
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
48.3%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
29.4%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 69% of the student body. 48.3% 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
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
1,528
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
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Galveston College fields 2 varsity teams with 55 student athletes, about 4% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
2
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
55
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
56% / 44%
31
Men
24
Women
1
Men's Teams
1
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Galveston Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$37,233
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$31K
128 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$51K
62 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$65K
42 grads
1yr Earnings
Health and Medical Administrative Services
$38K
17 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$42K
17 grads
4yr Earnings
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
—
10 grads
Median earnings are $37K 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.