Built for Students, by Students

Help verify tuition, housing costs, and campus life data

Public, 2-Year
Paris, TX

Paris Junior College

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

Annual Tuition

$2,580

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

35.9%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$36,515

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Paris Junior College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Paris, TX. With a competitive tuition profile of $2,580, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 35.9% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$5,160

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

0.8 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$6,515

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$59,990

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$125,140

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 36%

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 Paris Junior College is $5,342.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
62.0%
38.0%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
59.7%
Hispanic
22.3%
Black
10.2%
Two or more
3.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1.5%
International
0.9%
Asian
0.8%
Unknown
0.6%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

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

$2,580

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$5,954
$30k - $48k$7,365
$48k - $75k$8,191
$75k+$9,041

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$5,342
Pell Grant Recipients22.6%
Using Federal Loans2.5%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment31.6%

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

54.0%

Success

35.9%

In-State Cost

$2,580

Age 25+ Students

17.6%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 3

Working at 6yr

1,727 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

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

Property Crimes

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

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