Weatherford College
About Weatherford College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Weatherford College was founded in 1869, one of the oldest colleges in Texas, and teaches west of Fort Worth with dormitories on its campus. Nursing and allied health are its largest programs.
Founded
1869
Location
Weatherford, Texas
Students
5,094
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
34.6%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,250
Out-of-state: $10,860
Avg Net Price
$9,967
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$42,397
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
34.6% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
21.6%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$7.0K
Class Size
Medium
The 34.6% 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
$5,250
In-State
$10,860
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$7,875
Books & Supplies
$1,600
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,978
After Financial Aid
$9,967
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,463
Receive Grants
25.5%
Take Loans
15.3%
The total cost of attendance runs about $15,978/yr, including $7,875 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $9,967.
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 Weatherford College fund their education.
While in School
25.5%
Get Grants
Free money
15.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$27,894
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,948
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$105/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,948, 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 Weatherford College.
Gender
65.5%
Female
35%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
5,094
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
48.7%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
20.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 66% of the student body. 48.7% 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: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
5,094
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Weatherford College fields 6 varsity teams with 156 student athletes, about 3% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
156
3% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
50% / 50%
78
Men
78
Women
4
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 Weatherford Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$42,397
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$28K
445 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$79K
170 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$67K
64 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$51K
37 grads
1yr Earnings
Fire Protection
—
34 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$45K
15 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $36K six years out, growing to $42K 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.