Southwest Texas College
About Southwest Texas College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Southwest Texas College teaches in Uvalde and across the ranch country of southwest Texas, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution with dormitories. Nursing and criminal justice are among its largest programs.
Founded
1946
Location
Uvalde, Texas
Students
3,306
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
30.5%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,646
Out-of-state: $6,294
Avg Net Price
$7,372
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$35,563
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
30.5% complete their degree within three years
Retention
58.1%
Transfer Out
17%
Teaching Quality
27:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
70%
$/Student
$4.8K
Class Size
Large
The 30.5% 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
$2,646
In-State
$6,294
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$6,400
Books & Supplies
$1,929
Total Cost of Attendance
$13,554
After Financial Aid
$7,372
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$6,668
Receive Grants
33.2%
Take Loans
2.3%
The total cost of attendance runs about $13,554/yr, including $6,400 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $7,372.
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 Southwest Texas College fund their education.
While in School
33.2%
Get Grants
Free money
2.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$19,535
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$6,200
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$66/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $6,200, 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 Southwest Texas College.
Gender
63.1%
Female
37%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,306
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
56.6%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
11.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 56.6% 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
3,306
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
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Southwest Texas College fields 1 varsity team with 38 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
Other
Association not listed by the survey
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
1
Biggest: Rodeo
Student Athletes
38
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
76% / 24%
29
Men
9
Women
1
Men's Teams
1
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Southwest Texas Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$35,563
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$21K
543 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$77K
39 grads
4yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
26 grads
Business/Commerce, General
—
25 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
—
16 grads
Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management
—
8 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.