South Plains College
About South Plains College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
South Plains College teaches in Levelland, on the flat cotton country west of Lubbock, and is known well beyond Texas for its commercial music program, which has turned out a long line of country musicians. It is a Hispanic-Serving Institution with dormitories.
Founded
1957
Location
Levelland, Texas
Students
6,005
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
28.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,731
Out-of-state: $5,155
Avg Net Price
$6,791
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$41,276
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
28.9% complete their degree within three years
Retention
52.5%
Transfer Out
14%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
50%
$/Student
$6.5K
Class Size
Medium
The 28.9% 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
$2,731
In-State
$5,155
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$5,481
Books & Supplies
$1,255
Total Cost of Attendance
$13,784
After Financial Aid
$6,791
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,394
Receive Grants
38.5%
Take Loans
14.6%
The total cost of attendance runs about $13,784/yr, including $5,481 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $6,791.
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 South Plains College fund their education.
While in School
38.5%
Get Grants
Free money
14.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$25,383
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$111/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,500, 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 South Plains College.
Gender
62%
Female
38%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
6,005
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
54%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
21.7%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 62% of the student body. 54% 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: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
6,005
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
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
South Plains College fields 3 varsity teams with 151 student athletes, about 3% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
3
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
151
3% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
60% / 40%
90
Men
61
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 South Plains Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$41,276
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$19K
386 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$85K
106 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$55K
79 grads
4yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$61K
62 grads
4yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$46K
49 grads
4yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$39K
43 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $35K six years out, growing to $41K 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.