Western Texas College
About Western Texas College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Western Texas College teaches in Snyder, on the west Texas plains, and keeps dormitories. Business and kinesiology are among its largest programs, and it runs a golf and ranch management program.
Founded
1969
Location
Snyder, Texas
Students
599
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
53%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$3,300
Out-of-state: $6,150
Avg Net Price
$3,562
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$42,508
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
Average
53% complete their degree within three years
Retention
74.2%
Transfer Out
22%
Teaching Quality
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
47.1%
$/Student
$3.5K
Class Size
Large
While 53% finish in 4 years, 74.2% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$3,300
In-State
$6,150
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$5,786
Books & Supplies
$1,592
Total Cost of Attendance
$13,335
After Financial Aid
$3,562
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$2,703
Receive Grants
9.9%
Take Loans
1.5%
The total cost of attendance runs about $13,335/yr, including $5,786 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $3,562.
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 Western Texas College fund their education.
While in School
9.9%
Get Grants
Free money
1.5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$33,609
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$7,515
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$80/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $7,515, 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 Western Texas College.
Gender
44.9%
Female
55%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
599
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
48%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
9.9%
Age 25+
Men make up the majority at 55% of the student body. 48% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 9.5% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
599
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
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Western Texas College fields 8 varsity teams with 301 student athletes, about 50% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
301
50% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
59% / 41%
177
Men
124
Women
6
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Western Texas Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$42,508
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$41K
145 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
22 grads
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
—
12 grads
Agriculture, General
—
9 grads
Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services
—
9 grads
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
—
8 grads
Graduates earn about $36K 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.