C+
Above Average
Score: 55/100
Quick Stats
6,579
Total Enrollment
33%
Graduation Rate
61%
Retention Rate
27.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$7,037
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors
The Southwest Texas Junior College Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $177,773
- Avg rent near campus: $1,035/mo — vs ~$333/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 78801 (4.5% cap, Uvalde)
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🏆 Where Southwest Texas Junior 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 | $3,240 | $5,208 |
| Room | $3,000 | |
| Board | $3,000 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $18,042 | $20,010 |
Financial Aid
86%
Receive Any Aid
80%
Receive Pell Grants
5%
Take Out Loans
$7,037
Avg Net Price
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $6,755 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $7,765 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $9,518 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $11,974 |
| $110,001+ | $13,579 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
General Studies
532 grads/yr
Welding Technology/Welder
124 grads/yr
Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide
99 grads/yr
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician
53 grads/yr
Criminal Justice/Police Science
50 grads/yr
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
49 grads/yr
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
44 grads/yr
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
38 grads/yr
Construction Trades, General
35 grads/yr
Wildlife, Fish and Wildlands Science and Management
32 grads/yr
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
29 grads/yr
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
27 grads/yr
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
24 grads/yr
Computer and Information Sciences, General
23 grads/yr
Business/Commerce, General
21 grads/yr
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
17 grads/yr
Child Development
17 grads/yr
Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician
7 grads/yr
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
5 grads/yr
Secondary Education and Teaching
1 grads/yr
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Southwest Texas Junior College's top programs commonly pursue.
Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr
183,400 jobs
Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr
457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr
38,900 jobs
Nursing assistants
$40k/yr
1,441,500 jobs
Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers
$60k/yr
425,200 jobs
Detectives and criminal investigators
$94k/yr
117,900 jobs
Police and sheriff's patrol officers
$76k/yr
698,800 jobs
Criminal justice and law enforcement teachers, postsecondary
$71k/yr
16,200 jobs
Student Demographics
6,579
Total Students
59%
Women
27%
Traditional Age (18-24)
42%
Off-Campus Renters
👥 Race & Ethnicity
White
9%
Hispanic
88%
Black
1%
Asian
1%
Two or More
1%
🏠 Living Arrangements
On Campus
16%
Off-Campus (Renters)
42%
With Family
42%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,737 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person
66%
Hybrid (Some Online)
21%
Fully Online
13%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)
27%
25-64 (Adult)
12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Southwest Texas Junior 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 Southwest Texas Junior College?
Tuition at Southwest Texas Junior College is
$3,240 for in-state students
and $5,208 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $7,037.
What is the graduation rate at Southwest Texas Junior College?
The graduation rate at Southwest Texas Junior College is 33%.
This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Southwest Texas Junior College a good school?
Southwest Texas Junior College has a Repit College Score of 55/100 (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 Southwest Texas Junior College?
Southwest Texas Junior College has a total enrollment of 6,579 students.
Is there rental demand near Southwest Texas Junior College?
Yes! Approximately 42% of students at Southwest Texas Junior College live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 2,737 students who need rental housing near campus.
This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Uvalde area.
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology