Trinity Valley Community College
About Trinity Valley Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Trinity Valley Community College teaches in Athens, in the piney woods east of Dallas, and keeps dormitories. It is a Hispanic-Serving Institution, and nursing and education are among its largest programs.
Founded
1946
Location
Athens, Texas
Students
5,655
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
27.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,640
Out-of-state: $5,970
Avg Net Price
$4,092
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$38,567
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
27.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
18.5%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
70%
$/Student
$6.0K
Class Size
Medium
The 27.2% 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
$2,640
In-State
$5,970
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$7,534
Books & Supplies
$1,775
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,467
After Financial Aid
$4,092
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$2,338
Receive Grants
29.8%
Take Loans
12.3%
The total cost of attendance runs about $14,467/yr, including $7,534 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $4,092.
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 Trinity Valley Community College fund their education.
While in School
29.8%
Get Grants
Free money
12.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$23,216
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,426
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$111/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,426, 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 Trinity Valley Community College.
Gender
58.5%
Female
42%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
5,655
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
48.4%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
19.5%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 59% of the student body. 48.4% 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: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
5,655
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
No
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
Trinity Valley Community College fields 6 varsity teams with 228 student athletes, about 4% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
228
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
48% / 52%
109
Men
119
Women
2
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Trinity Valley Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$38,567
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$29K
659 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$60K
136 grads
1yr Earnings
Education, General
$23K
33 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
28 grads
Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services
—
12 grads
Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians
—
10 grads
Median earnings are $39K 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.