Tyler Junior College
About Tyler Junior College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Tyler Junior College has taught in east Texas since 1926, keeps dormitories, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Business and nursing are its largest programs, and better than a quarter of its students go on to a four-year college.
Founded
1926
Location
Tyler, Texas
Students
9,087
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
27.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,400
Out-of-state: $4,512
Avg Net Price
$10,206
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$38,140
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
27.4% complete their degree within three years
Retention
59.6%
Transfer Out
27.8%
Teaching Quality
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
61%
$/Student
$4.7K
Class Size
Medium
The 27.4% 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
$2,400
In-State
$4,512
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$9,458
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$16,654
After Financial Aid
$10,206
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,425
Receive Grants
35.7%
Take Loans
18.9%
The total cost of attendance runs about $16,654/yr, including $9,458 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $10,206.
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 Tyler Junior College fund their education.
While in School
35.7%
Get Grants
Free money
18.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$27,160
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$11,995
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$127/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $11,995, 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 Tyler Junior College.
Gender
64.7%
Female
35%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
9,087
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
45.5%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
19.7%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 65% of the student body. 45.5% 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: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
9,087
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
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Tyler Junior College fields 8 varsity teams with 293 student athletes, about 3% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
293
3% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
69% / 31%
203
Men
90
Women
6
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Tyler Junior Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$38,140
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$25K
531 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$32K
148 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$67K
141 grads
1yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
—
79 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$30K
76 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$57K
69 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $38K 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.