Paris Junior College
About Paris Junior College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Paris Junior College teaches in northeast Texas and keeps dormitories. Allied health and nursing are its largest programs, and it runs a well known jewelry and horology school that trains watchmakers.
Founded
1924
Location
Paris, Texas
Students
2,204
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
37.7%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,700
Out-of-state: $5,700
Avg Net Price
$7,690
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$36,515
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
37.7% complete their degree within three years
Retention
57.6%
Transfer Out
17%
Teaching Quality
25:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
57.3%
$/Student
$4.4K
Class Size
Large
The 37.7% 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
$2,700
In-State
$5,700
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$6,051
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$13,626
After Financial Aid
$7,690
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,212
Receive Grants
25.7%
Take Loans
2.4%
The total cost of attendance runs about $13,626/yr, including $6,051 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $7,690.
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 Paris Junior College fund their education.
While in School
25.7%
Get Grants
Free money
2.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$19,204
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$5,342
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$57/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $5,342, 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 Paris Junior College.
Gender
64.8%
Female
35%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,204
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
55.4%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
17.6%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 65% of the student body. 55.4% 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
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
2,204
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
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
Paris Junior College fields 4 varsity teams with 135 student athletes, about 6% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
135
6% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
58% / 42%
78
Men
57
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 Paris Junior Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$36,515
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
$29K
120 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$24K
119 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$79K
58 grads
1yr Earnings
Accounting and Related Services
$45K
50 grads
4yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$40K
46 grads
4yr Earnings
Criminology
—
30 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.