- Amarillo College, a public community college, is dedicated to providing educational, cultural and community services and resources to enhance the quality of life for the diverse population in the service area.
School Highlights
Amarillo College serves 9,262 students (38% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 33:1 is lower than the state community college average of 34:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 75%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 9,262 students
- In-state tuition: $2,898
- Out-state tuition: $4,362
- Student-teacher ratio: 33:1
- Minority enrollment: 62%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Amarillo College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 282 teachers has declined by 62% over five years.
Amarillo College
(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
282 staff
73 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Amarillo College has declined by 21% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 33:1 has increased from 13:1 over five years.
The Amarillo College diversity score of 0.64 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
9,262 students
4,221 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
33:1
34:1
# Full-Time Students
3,516 students
869 students
# Part-Time Students
5,746 students
3,352 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
573 students
365 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3,516 students
837 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
5,746 students
3,377 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
3%
6%
% Hispanic
46%
47%
% Black
6%
13%
% White
38%
25%
% Two or more races
2%
2%
% Unknown races
3%
5%
Diversity Score
0.64
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
28%
54%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,900
$31,000
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,898 is less than the state average of $3,340. The in-state tuition has declined by 8% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,362 is less than the state average of $5,798. The out-state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,898
$3,340
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,362
$5,798
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
72%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$14,894
$10,630
Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,818
$5,500
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- On July 16, 1929, Amarillo College became the first junior college district in the state to be organized independent of a school district. The first classes were held in September 1929. The College moved to its present location with the construction of its first permanent building in 1937. After serving primarily as a junior college offering arts and sciences courses, the curriculum was expanded in 1942 to include vocational courses. In 1958, Amarillo College was granted its own board of regents independent of the trusteeship of the Amarillo Independent School District. The 1960s brought expansion in College facilities and programs. A number of allied health and occupational-technical programs were added to the curriculum along with an extensive array of continuing education and community service courses. In 1995, state legislation transferred Texas State Technical College - Amarillo to AC. Today, the East Campus (formerly Amarillo Technical Center) continues a 25-year history of meeting the region's technical education needs. As your community college, Amarillo College works hard to bring you high-quality academic and technical programs, plus hundreds of continuing education programs. We offer affordable tuition, and small classes when you want them - morning, afternoon, evening, or weekends. Our technical programs provide guaranteed training in fields where job prospects are good and there is the most long-term need for qualified personnel. AC is an ideal place to begin your college career. Our transfer programs let you complete the first two years of a bachelor's degree–conveniently and at a low cost. Amarillo College offers three associate degrees and various certificates of completion. Generally, students completing 15 semester credit hours each semester will be able to complete a certificate of completion within one academic year and an associate degree in two academic years. Amarillo College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate of arts degrees, associate of science degrees, associate of applied science degrees and certificates of completion.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Amarillo College cost?
Amarillo College's tuition is approximately $2,898 for In-State students and $4,362 for Out-State students.
What is Amarillo College's ranking?
Amarillo College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Texas for: Largest student body.
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