C+
Above Average
Score: 55/100

San Jacinto Community College

4-Year Public
📍 Pasadena, Texas 77505
Outcomes
C
52/100
Affordability
B+
81/100
Resources
C
52/100
Experience
C
49/100
Prestige
D
38/100

Quick Stats

31,494
Total Enrollment
34%
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
25.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$7,674
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near San Jacinto Community College

71% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 22,487 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$315,487
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,529
1-Year Change
+1.2%
For parents & investors

The San Jacinto Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $315,487
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,529/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 77506 (6.6% cap, Pasadena)

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🏆 Where San Jacinto Community College Ranks

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

🥉
Chemical Technology/Technician
of 23 schools
🥉
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
of 48 schools
#4
Electrical and Power Transmission Installation/Installer, General
of 25 schools
#7
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
of 100 schools
#9
Natural Sciences
of 21 schools
#10
Welding Technology/Welder
of 100 schools
#13
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
of 100 schools
#15
Criminal Justice/Police Science
of 100 schools
#16
Behavioral Sciences
of 32 schools
#20
General Studies
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $3,456 $5,352

Financial Aid

81%
Receive Any Aid
56%
Receive Pell Grants
1%
Take Out Loans
$7,674
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$6,159
$30,001 - $48,000$7,226
$48,001 - $75,000$10,279
$75,001 - $110,000$12,380
$110,001+$14,374

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

General Studies 1,318 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 781 grads/yr Natural Sciences 504 grads/yr Behavioral Sciences 391 grads/yr Chemical Technology/Technician 388 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 352 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 257 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 248 grads/yr Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General 208 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 193 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 190 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 178 grads/yr Computer Programming/Programmer, General 172 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 159 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 133 grads/yr Real Estate 133 grads/yr Electrical and Power Transmission Installation/Installer, General 133 grads/yr Instrumentation Technology/Technician 123 grads/yr Mathematics, General 120 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 117 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from San Jacinto Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs
Construction managers
$107k/yr 550,300 jobs
Facilities managers
$105k/yr 151,400 jobs

Student Demographics

31,494
Total Students
59%
Women
58%
Traditional Age (18-24)
71%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 16%
Hispanic 63%
Black 8%
Asian 5%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 71%
With Family 29%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~22,487 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 38%
Hybrid (Some Online) 32%
Fully Online 30%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 58%
25-64 (Adult) 20%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at San Jacinto Community 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 San Jacinto Community College?
Tuition at San Jacinto Community College is $3,456 for in-state students and $5,352 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $7,674.
What is the graduation rate at San Jacinto Community College?
The graduation rate at San Jacinto Community College is 34%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is San Jacinto Community College a good school?
San Jacinto Community 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 (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend San Jacinto Community College?
San Jacinto Community College has a total enrollment of 31,494 students.
Is there rental demand near San Jacinto Community College?
Yes! Approximately 71% of students at San Jacinto Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 22,487 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Pasadena area.

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