Vernon College
About Vernon College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Vernon College teaches in north Texas, near the Oklahoma line, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution with dormitories. Nursing and allied health are its largest programs.
Founded
1970
Location
Vernon, Texas
Students
2,113
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
21%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$3,720
Out-of-state: $6,120
Avg Net Price
$6,404
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$40,464
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
21% complete their degree within three years
Retention
41.4%
Transfer Out
14%
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
50.3%
$/Student
$6.0K
Class Size
Medium
The 21% 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
$3,720
In-State
$6,120
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$6,320
Books & Supplies
$1,600
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,564
After Financial Aid
$6,404
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$4,244
Receive Grants
41.8%
Take Loans
29.9%
The total cost of attendance runs about $14,564/yr, including $6,320 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $6,404.
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 Vernon College fund their education.
While in School
41.8%
Get Grants
Free money
29.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$25,710
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$11,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$117/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $11,000, 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 Vernon College.
Gender
64.4%
Female
36%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,113
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
46.4%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
29.6%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 64% of the student body. 46.4% 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: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
2,113
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
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Vernon College fields 3 varsity teams with 68 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: Baseball
Student Athletes
68
3% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
49% / 51%
33
Men
35
Women
1
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Vernon Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$40,464
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$29K
118 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$72K
76 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
—
12 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
11 grads
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
—
6 grads
Agricultural Business and Management
—
4 grads
Graduates earn about $35K six years out, growing to $40K 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.