Vernon College
Vernon, TX · Public · Associate degree-granting
Vernon College is a public institution in Vernon, Texas, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges. With 2,113 students, it is a small institution. Graduates earn a median of $40,464 ten years after enrollment, near the national median. In terms of completion, the graduation rate is 19.5%. Regarding affordability, median graduate debt is $11,000, yielding an earnings-to-debt ratio of 3.68x. The average net price after financial aid is $6,404 per year. The most popular programs include Liberal Arts & Sciences, Registered Nursing, Practical Nursing, Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services, and Criminal Justice & Corrections.
Key Outcomes
Median Earnings (10yr)
$40,464
Graduation Rate
19.5%
Median Debt
$11,000
Average Net Price
$6,404
Earnings-to-Cost Ratio
3.16x
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio
3.68x
Admissions & Enrollment
Total Enrollment
2,113
Admission Rate
Not reported
Average SAT
Not reported
Retention Rate
41.3%
Cost
In-State Tuition
$3,720
Out-of-State Tuition
$6,120
Pell Grant Rate
41.8%
Federal Loan Rate
29.9%
Net Cost by Family Income
Income $0–$30K
$4,244
Income $30K–$48K
$4,501
Income $48K–$75K
$7,337
Income $110K+
$11,712
Student Demographics
Women
62.6%
White
53.0%
Black
7.2%
Hispanic
26.6%
Asian
2.0%
Two or More Races
3.0%
Student Loan Performance
Repayment Rate (3yr)
37.8%
Accreditations
- Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. — Nursing (ADNUR) - Associate degree programs (Accredited)
- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges — Institutional Accreditation (Accredited)
Programs (30)
Associate (10)
| Program | Median Earnings | Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts & Sciences | $43,197 | 118 |
| Registered Nursing | $81,046 | 76 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic & Treatment | Not reported | 12 |
| Teacher Education | Not reported | 11 |
| Computer Systems Networking | Not reported | 6 |
| Agricultural Business | Not reported | 4 |
| Electrical & Power Transmission | Not reported | 4 |
| Machinist | $47,552 | 4 |
| Business | Not reported | 4 |
| Computer & Information Sciences | Not reported | 3 |
Undergraduate Certificate (15)
| Program | Median Earnings | Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts & Sciences | Not reported | 136 |
| Practical Nursing | $60,891 | 51 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | $21,410 | 34 |
| Criminal Justice & Corrections | Not reported | 23 |
| Machinist | Not reported | 21 |
| Allied Health & Medical Assisting | Not reported | 13 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Not reported | 9 |
| Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians | Not reported | 8 |
| Fire Protection | Not reported | 7 |
| Computer Systems Networking | Not reported | 5 |
| Vehicle Maintenance & Repair | Not reported | 5 |
| Dental Support Services | Not reported | 5 |
| Health Services Administration | Not reported | 5 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic & Treatment | $47,781 | 5 |
| Electrical & Power Transmission | Not reported | 3 |
Show 5 additional programs with limited data
| Program | Level | Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Computer & Information Sciences | Undergraduate Certificate | 2 |
| Electrical Engineering Technology | Associate | 2 |
| Agricultural Business | Undergraduate Certificate | 1 |
| Health Services Administration | Associate | 1 |
| Business | Undergraduate Certificate | 1 |
Rankings Featuring This Institution
- Highest Earning Associate's Nursing & Health Programs in Texas
- Highest Earning Associate's Liberal Arts Programs in Texas
- Most Affordable Colleges in Texas
- Best ROI Colleges in Texas
- Best ROI 2-Year Colleges in Texas
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