Ranger College
About Ranger College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Ranger College teaches in the old oil boom town of Ranger, on the west Texas plains, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution with dormitories. Nursing and precision metalworking are among its largest programs.
Founded
1926
Location
Ranger, Texas
Students
971
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
18.7%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,766
Out-of-state: $9,066
Avg Net Price
$6,182
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$35,552
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
18.7% complete their degree within three years
Retention
46%
Transfer Out
21%
Teaching Quality
20:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
27.6%
$/Student
$3.3K
Class Size
Large
The 18.7% 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
$2,766
In-State
$9,066
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$5,082
Books & Supplies
$1,800
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,017
After Financial Aid
$6,182
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,459
Receive Grants
16.8%
Take Loans
6.5%
The total cost of attendance runs about $15,017/yr, including $5,082 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $6,182.
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 Ranger College fund their education.
While in School
16.8%
Get Grants
Free money
6.5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$26,073
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$101/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,500, 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 Ranger College.
Gender
60%
Female
40%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
971
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
46%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
6.5%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 60% of the student body. 46% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 6.5% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Rural: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
971
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
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
Ranger College fields 9 varsity teams with 333 student athletes, about 34% 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
333
34% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
63% / 37%
209
Men
124
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 Ranger Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$35,552
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 4Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$24K
206 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$70K
36 grads
1yr Earnings
Precision Metal Working
$46K
7 grads
4yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
1 grads
Median earnings are $36K 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.