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Public, 4-Year
Odessa, TX

Odessa College

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

Annual Tuition

$2,640

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

25.7%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$42,026

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Odessa College is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Odessa, TX. With a competitive tuition profile of $2,640, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 25.7% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$10,560

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

0.9 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$12,026

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$109,700

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$229,960

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 26%

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 Odessa College is $7,750.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
65.0%
35.0%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
69.3%
White
20.2%
Black
6.0%
Unknown
2.8%
Asian
1.1%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.4%
International
0.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%
Two or more
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

$2,640

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$9,124
$30k - $48k$9,356
$48k - $75k$10,320
$75k+$10,256

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$7,750
Pell Grant Recipients25.5%
Using Federal Loans2.9%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment50.7%

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

60.5%

Success

25.7%

In-State Cost

$2,640

Age 25+ Students

20.1%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 6

Working at 6yr

1,148 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

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

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Odessa (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 Odessa

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$1,120

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,127

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,481

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 Odessa metropolitan area.