Amarillo College campus

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Public, 2-Year
Amarillo, TX

Amarillo College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in TX. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$2,136

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

28.9%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$41,302

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Amarillo College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Amarillo, TX. With a competitive tuition profile of $2,136, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 28.9% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$4,272

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

0.4 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$11,302

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$108,748

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$221,768

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 29%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Amarillo College is $15,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
65.1%
34.9%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
49.6%
White
35.0%
Black
7.0%
Asian
2.8%
Two or more
2.4%
Unknown
2.4%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.8%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%
International
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$2,136

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$5,289
$30k - $48k$5,674
$48k - $75k$7,796
$75k+$8,927

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$15,000
Pell Grant Recipients44.0%
Using Federal Loans14.0%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment39.5%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$5,945
Avg. Pell Grant$4,774
Avg. State/Local Grant$2,111
Avg. Institutional Grant$717
Students Receiving Grants70.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

68.1%

Success

28.9%

In-State Cost

$2,136

Age 25+ Students

27.8%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 4

Working at 6yr

2,866 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Amarillo (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Amarillo (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Amarillo

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$754

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$879

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,082

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Amarillo metropolitan area.