Wharton County Junior College
Wharton County Junior College is a public 2-year institution in Wharton, TX. It enrolls about 5,687 students.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Public 2-year |
| Control | public |
| Level | 2-year |
| Location | Wharton, TX 77488 |
| County | Wharton County |
| Enrollment | 5,687 |
| Acceptance rate | — |
| Applicants / admitted | — |
| In-state tuition & fees | $4,320 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees | $5,568 |
| Graduation rate (150%) | — |
| Transfer-out rate | — |
| Full-time retention rate | 74% |
| Average net price (after aid) | $4,095 |
| Campus setting | Town: Distant |
| Size category | 5,000 - 9,999 |
| Highest degree offered | Associate's degree |
| Website | https://www.wcjc.edu/ |
| Phone | 9795324560 |
Admissions
This institution does not report first-year admission figures to IPEDS, often because admission is open.
Cost
In-state students pay about $4,320 in tuition and required fees; out-of-state students pay $5,568. These are 2023-24 sticker prices for full-time first-year students and exclude housing, food and books. Most students pay less than the sticker price after institutional grants and scholarships.
Cost after financial aid
The average net price — what students actually pay after grants and scholarships — is $4,095 per year for first-time, full-time students receiving Title IV aid.
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| Under $30,000 | $2,465 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $2,553 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $5,857 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $8,962 |
| Over $110,000 | $9,925 |
Net price falls as family income falls because need-based aid rises. These are 2022-23 figures reported to IPEDS; use them to compare institutions, and use each college's own net price calculator for a personal estimate.
Outcomes
A 150% graduation rate is not reported for this institution in the 2023 collection — common for very small, new or specialised institutions.
Where it is
Wharton County Junior College is in Wharton, TX, Wharton County. Its coordinates are 29.3238, -96.0858.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Wharton County Junior College?
Wharton County Junior College does not report a selective admission rate to IPEDS; it may have open admission.
How much does Wharton County Junior College cost?
Tuition and required fees are about $4,320 for in-state students and $5,568 for out-of-state students, excluding room and board.
How many students attend Wharton County Junior College?
About 5,687 students are enrolled.