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, all 5 schools are 2-4 year institutions.
| Name | Location | Type/Level | Highest Degree | Offered Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston Community College | Houston, TX | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| McLennan Community College | Waco, TX | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Texarkana College | Texarkana, TX | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Vernon College | Vernon, TX | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Palo Alto College | San Antonio, 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 |
| McLennan Community College | $4,200 / $5,910 | - | 32% | 15:1 | 6,942 |
| Texarkana College | $3,916 / $5,332 | - | 40% | 18:1 | 3,800 |
| Vernon College | $5,040 / $6,480 | - | 19% | 14:1 | 2,249 |
| Palo Alto College | $6,892 / $14,422 | - | 25% | 28:1 | 10,641 |
| Average | - | - | 0.00% | 0.00:1 | 0 |