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Public, 4-Year
Galveston, TX

Galveston College

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

Annual Tuition

$2,546

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

33.0%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$37,233

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Galveston College is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Galveston, TX. With a competitive tuition profile of $2,546, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 33.0% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$10,184

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.4 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$7,233

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$62,146

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$134,476

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 33%

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 Galveston College is $10,311.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
69.1%
30.9%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
43.3%
White
29.9%
Black
18.6%
Two or more
2.8%
Unknown
2.7%
Asian
1.7%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.5%
International
0.4%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.2%

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

$2,546

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$7,495
$30k - $48k$7,228
$48k - $75k$9,470
$75k+$11,019

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$10,311
Pell Grant Recipients41.8%
Using Federal Loans11.4%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment28.3%

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

* 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

N/A

Success

33.0%

In-State Cost

$2,546

Age 25+ Students

29.4%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 8

Working at 6yr

499 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

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

Property Crimes

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

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