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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Terrell, TX

Southwestern Christian College

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

Annual Tuition

$12,121

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

28.4%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$32,672

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Southwestern Christian College is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Terrell, TX. With a competitive tuition profile of $12,121, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 28.4% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$48,484

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

18.1 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$2,672

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

-$21,764

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$4,956

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 28%

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.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
57.8%
42.2%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Black
90.6%
Two or more
4.7%
Hispanic
3.1%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.8%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.8%
White
0.0%
Asian
0.0%
International
0.0%
Unknown
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

$12,121

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$16,612
$30k - $48k$16,700
$48k - $75k$16,701
$75k+$17,675

Debt & Financial Aid

Pell Grant Recipients90.6%
Using Federal Loans2.8%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment20.6%

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

N/A

Success

28.4%

In-State Cost

$12,121

Age 25+ Students

18.0%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 14

Working at 6yr

85 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

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

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Terrell (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 Terrell

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$791

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$818

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,016

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 Terrell metropolitan area.