Tarrant County College District
About Tarrant County College District
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Tarrant County College teaches across Fort Worth and its suburbs and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Nursing, business and teacher education are its largest programs, and nearly a quarter of its students transfer on to a four-year college.
Founded
1965
Location
Fort Worth, Texas
Students
42,300
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
34.3%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,863
Out-of-state: $8,370
Avg Net Price
$4,337
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$42,727
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
Oct 9
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
34.3% complete their degree within three years
Retention
70.1%
Transfer Out
23%
Teaching Quality
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
41.1%
$/Student
$7.6K
Class Size
Medium
The 34.3% graduation rate is below average, but 70.1% 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
$1,863
In-State
$8,370
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,350
Total Cost of Attendance
$11,130
After Financial Aid
$4,337
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,334
Receive Grants
27.4%
Take Loans
7.4%
Tuition is $1,863/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $4,337.
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 Tarrant County College District fund their education.
While in School
27.4%
Get Grants
Free money
7.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$21,937
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,104
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$97/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,104, 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 Tarrant County College District.
Gender
58.2%
Female
42%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
42,300
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
49.2%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
23.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 58% of the student body. 49.2% 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: Large
Campus Quick Facts
42,300
Students
community
Institution
Large
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Tarrant County College Districtearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$42,727
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$30K
4102 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$72K
344 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$44K
194 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$25K
99 grads
1yr Earnings
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
$51K
91 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
—
86 grads
Graduates earn about $35K six years out, growing to $43K 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.