Institutional Characteristics
The following table compares the basic academic information between selected colleges. By school type, all 5 selected colleges are public. By school level, there are 2 four years (or high) schools and 3 2-4 years schools .
| Name | Location | Type/Level | Highest Degree | Offered Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston Community College | Houston, TX | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Lone Star College System | The Woodlands, TX | Public, four-years | Bachelor's Degree | Certificate, Associate, Bachelor |
| Palo Alto College | San Antonio, TX | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Collin County Community College District | McKinney, TX | Public, four-years | Bachelor's Degree | Certificate, Associate, Bachelor |
| Texas State Technical College | Waco, TX | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
Key Facts Comparison
The average tuition & fees of selected colleges is - for all undergraduate students. The following table compares key facts for each schools including acceptance rate, graduation rate, tuition, student to faculty ratio, and student population.
| Name | Tuition & Fees | Acceptance Rate | Graduation Rate | Student Faculty Ratio | Student Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston Community College | $4,344 / $5,460 | - | 17% | 19:1 | 48,159 |
| Lone Star College System | $6,930 / $8,700 | - | 18% | 21:1 | 68,415 |
| Palo Alto College | $6,892 / $14,422 | - | 25% | 28:1 | 10,641 |
| Collin County Community College District | $3,514 / $5,614 | - | 17% | 21:1 | 35,077 |
| Texas State Technical College | $7,192 / $11,842 | - | 36% | 13:1 | 10,601 |
| Average | - | - | 0.00% | 0.00:1 | 0 |