C+
Above Average
Score: 55/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
39/100 · earnings-weighted

Kilgore College

2-Year Public
📍 Kilgore, Texas 75662
Outcomes
C
50/100
Affordability
B+
79/100
Resources
C+
56/100
Experience
B
69/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

6,067
Total Enrollment
33%
Graduation Rate
70%
Retention Rate
21.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$7,832
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Kilgore College ▼

21% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$216,832
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,262
1-Year Change
+4.9%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Kilgore College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$37,975
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$32,993
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$14,967
Median debt at graduation
39.2%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
31.7%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 39% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 34th percentile among associate-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (TX wage index 0.97). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Kilgore College

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Physical Science Technologies/Technicians$68,335$99,017+23%#6 of 16#6$14,417
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$65,971$71,888-11%#829 of 962#851$18,951
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$51,558$59,169+40%#38 of 476#39—
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$20,209$38,749-12%#759 of 947#749$12,125

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Kilgore College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $216,832
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,262/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 75602 (6.7% cap, Longview)

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🏆 Where Kilgore College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#20
Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist
of 42 schools
#21
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $3,168 $4,368
Total Cost (On-Campus) $20,920 $22,120

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
62%
Receive Pell Grants
16%
Take Out Loans
$7,832
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$5,092
$30,001 - $48,000$6,282
$48,001 - $75,000$8,905
$75,001 - $110,000$12,386
$110,001+$13,356

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

General Studies 449 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 93 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 36 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 33 grads/yr Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist 32 grads/yr Surgical Technology/Technologist 24 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 20 grads/yr Culinary Arts/Chef Training 20 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 18 grads/yr Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician 18 grads/yr Instrumentation Technology/Technician 18 grads/yr Chemical Technology/Technician 17 grads/yr Metallurgical Technology/Technician 15 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 15 grads/yr Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician 13 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 13 grads/yr Physical Therapy Assistant 13 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 12 grads/yr Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling 11 grads/yr Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary 11 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Kilgore College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Makeup artists, theatrical and performance
$50k/yr 7,000 jobs
Skincare specialists
$42k/yr 97,400 jobs
Hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists
$35k/yr 575,200 jobs
Manicurists and pedicurists
$35k/yr 210,100 jobs
Shampooers
$31k/yr 18,500 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs

Student Demographics

6,067
Total Students
60%
Women
42%
Traditional Age (18-24)
21%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 43%
Hispanic 29%
Black 17%
Asian 2%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 26%
Off-Campus (Renters) 21%
With Family 53%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,280 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 50%
Hybrid (Some Online) 28%
Fully Online 22%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 42%
25-64 (Adult) 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Kilgore College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Kilgore College?
Tuition at Kilgore College is $3,168 for in-state students and $4,368 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $7,832.
What is the graduation rate at Kilgore College?
The graduation rate at Kilgore College is 33%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Kilgore College a good school?
Kilgore College has a Repit College Score of 55/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Kilgore College?
Kilgore College has a total enrollment of 6,067 students.
Is there rental demand near Kilgore College?
Yes! Approximately 21% of students at Kilgore College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,280 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Kilgore area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology