Southwest Texas Junior College is a comprehensive, public, two-year college serving eleven counties in southwest Texas. College programs and services provide accessible, affordable, high-quality post-secondary education that prepares students to enter the job market, transfer to senior colleges and universities, pursue their professional and personal goals. Through its programs and services, the college equitably provides higher education opportunities and supports the economic growth of the community.
School Highlights
Southwest Texas Junior College serves 6,525 students (30% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 47:1 is higher than the state community college average of 34:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 75%.
Quick Facts (2026)
Enrollment: 6,525 students
In-state tuition: $3,292
Out-state tuition: $4,012
Student-teacher ratio: 47:1
Minority enrollment: 92%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
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The student population of Southwest Texas Junior College has declined by 13% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 47:1 has increased from 17:1 over five years.
The Southwest Texas Junior College diversity score of 0.22 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has declined by 5% over five years.
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,292 is less than the state average of $3,340. The in-state tuition has declined by 18% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,012 is less than the state average of $5,798. The out-state tuition has declined by 31% over four years.
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Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
Southwest Texas Junior College is a comprehensive, public, two-year
college serving eleven counties in southwest Texas. College
programs and services provide accessible, affordable, high-quality
post-secondary education that prepares students to enter the job
market, transfer to senior colleges and universities, pursue their
professional and personal goals. Through its programs and services,
the college equitably provides higher education opportunities and
supports the economic growth of the community. The college offers
developmental programs and services to enrolled and prospective
students to increase their chances for success and enhance their
potential for personal, educational, and professional growth. The
college offers degrees and certificates in Business, Child
Development, Computer Science, Criminal Justice, Engineering and
Teacher Certificate.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Southwest Texas Junior College cost?
Southwest Texas Junior College's tuition is approximately $3,292 for In-State students and $4,012 for Out-State students.
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