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Public, 2-Year
Snyder, TX

Western Texas College

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

Annual Tuition

$3,240

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

49.8%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$42,508

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Western Texas College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Snyder, TX. With a competitive tuition profile of $3,240, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 49.8% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$6,480

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

0.5 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$12,508

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$118,600

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$243,680

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 50%

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 Western Texas College is $7,515.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
42.2%
57.8%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
48.4%
White
29.0%
International
11.5%
Black
7.6%
Two or more
2.5%
Asian
0.6%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.4%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
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

$3,240

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$2,542
$30k - $48k$4,325
$48k - $75k$6,047
$75k+Not Reported

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$7,515
Pell Grant Recipients7.8%
Using Federal Loans1.6%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment42.0%

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

67.5%

Success

49.8%

In-State Cost

$3,240

Age 25+ Students

9.9%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 3

Working at 6yr

378 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

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

Property Crimes

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

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