C+
Above Average
Score: 57/100
Quick Stats
8,708
Total Enrollment
28%
Graduation Rate
61%
Retention Rate
24.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$4,300
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors
The Odessa College Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $226,675
- Avg rent near campus: $1,359/mo
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 79763 (6.4% cap, Odessa)
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🏆 Where Odessa College Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $3,120 | $4,014 |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $14,337 | $15,231 |
Financial Aid
71%
Receive Any Aid
50%
Receive Pell Grants
5%
Take Out Loans
$4,300
Avg Net Price
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $9,124 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $9,356 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $10,320 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $10,256 |
| $110,001+ | $8,867 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
General Studies
424 grads/yr
Business Administration and Management, General
169 grads/yr
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
104 grads/yr
Criminal Justice/Police Science
100 grads/yr
Welding Technology/Welder
99 grads/yr
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
83 grads/yr
Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair Technology/Technician, General
78 grads/yr
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
78 grads/yr
Organizational Leadership
70 grads/yr
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
70 grads/yr
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
69 grads/yr
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
66 grads/yr
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
65 grads/yr
Culinary Arts/Chef Training
64 grads/yr
Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician
56 grads/yr
Psychology, General
34 grads/yr
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
33 grads/yr
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
31 grads/yr
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
28 grads/yr
Computer Science
20 grads/yr
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Odessa College's top programs commonly pursue.
Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr
183,400 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr
309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr
20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr
221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr
619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr
1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr
46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr
241,900 jobs
Student Demographics
8,708
Total Students
58%
Women
39%
Traditional Age (18-24)
36%
Off-Campus Renters
👥 Race & Ethnicity
White
20%
Hispanic
67%
Black
4%
Asian
1%
🏠 Living Arrangements
On Campus
13%
Off-Campus (Renters)
36%
With Family
50%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~3,170 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person
40%
Hybrid (Some Online)
18%
Fully Online
42%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)
39%
25-64 (Adult)
20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Odessa 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 Odessa College?
Tuition at Odessa College is
$3,120 for in-state students
and $4,014 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $4,300.
What is the graduation rate at Odessa College?
The graduation rate at Odessa College is 28%.
This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Odessa College a good school?
Odessa College has a Repit College Score of 57/100 (Grade: C+).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
- Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (A): 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 Odessa College?
Odessa College has a total enrollment of 8,708 students.
Is there rental demand near Odessa College?
Yes! Approximately 36% of students at Odessa College live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 3,170 students who need rental housing near campus.
This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Odessa area.
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology