Odessa College
About Odessa College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Odessa 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. Business and teacher education are among its largest programs.
Founded
1946
Location
Odessa, Texas
Students
4,654
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
37%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,688
Out-of-state: $4,926
Avg Net Price
$6,368
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$42,026
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
37% complete their degree within three years
Retention
66.4%
Transfer Out
0%
Teaching Quality
24:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
30.3%
$/Student
$6.7K
Class Size
Large
The 37% graduation rate is below average, but 66.4% 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
$2,688
In-State
$4,926
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$6,930
Books & Supplies
$450
Total Cost of Attendance
$13,086
After Financial Aid
$6,368
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,648
Receive Grants
21.5%
Take Loans
1.5%
The total cost of attendance runs about $13,086/yr, including $6,930 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $6,368.
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 Odessa College fund their education.
While in School
21.5%
Get Grants
Free money
1.5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$22,562
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$7,750
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$82/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $7,750, 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 Odessa College.
Gender
64.9%
Female
35%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,654
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
57.1%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
20.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 65% of the student body. 57.1% 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
4,654
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Odessa College fields 9 varsity teams with 240 student athletes, about 5% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
240
5% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
58% / 42%
139
Men
101
Women
7
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Odessa Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$42,026
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$28K
422 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$36K
165 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$50K
111 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$72K
64 grads
1yr Earnings
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
—
42 grads
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
—
35 grads
Graduates earn about $35K six years out, growing to $42K 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.