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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas College | Dallas, TX | Public, four-years | Bachelor's Degree | Certificate, Associate, Bachelor |
| Houston Community College | Houston, TX | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Odessa College | Odessa, TX | Public, four-years | Bachelor's Degree | Certificate, Associate, Bachelor |
| Western Texas College | Snyder, TX | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Wharton County Junior College | Wharton, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas College | $4,050 / $6,000 | - | 34% | 22:1 | 64,156 |
| Houston Community College | $4,344 / $5,460 | - | 17% | 19:1 | 48,159 |
| Odessa College | $3,912 / $4,806 | - | 23% | 21:1 | 7,995 |
| Western Texas College | $4,830 / $5,850 | - | 42% | 20:1 | 1,392 |
| Wharton County Junior College | $4,320 / $5,568 | - | 16% | 17:1 | 5,495 |
| Average | - | - | 0.00% | 0.00:1 | 0 |