Midland College
About Midland College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Midland College teaches in the Permian Basin of west Texas, in the middle of the American oil industry, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution with dormitories. Nursing and allied health are its largest programs.
Founded
1972
Location
Midland, Texas
Students
5,542
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
23.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$3,180
Out-of-state: $6,180
Avg Net Price
$4,512
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$43,958
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
23.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
20.6%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
49.5%
$/Student
$8.3K
Class Size
Medium
The 23.2% 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
$3,180
In-State
$6,180
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$6,000
Books & Supplies
$2,022
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,707
After Financial Aid
$4,512
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$2,774
Receive Grants
21.2%
Take Loans
2.1%
The total cost of attendance runs about $12,707/yr, including $6,000 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $4,512.
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 Midland College fund their education.
While in School
21.2%
Get Grants
Free money
2.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$22,124
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,670
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$113/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,670, 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 Midland College.
Gender
59.8%
Female
40%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
5,542
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
54.7%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
22.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 60% of the student body. 54.7% 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: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
5,542
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Midland College fields 5 varsity teams with 103 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
103
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
52% / 48%
54
Men
49
Women
3
Men's Teams
3
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Midland Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$43,958
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$24K
322 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$63K
43 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$58K
29 grads
4yr Earnings
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians
—
16 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
13 grads
Business/Commerce, General
$39K
12 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $38K six years out, growing to $44K 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.