El Centro College

FINANCIAL AID RATE

64%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

20:1

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$333

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Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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3737 Motley Dr, Mesquite, TX

El Centro College is a community college located in the city of Dallas, Texas, fittingly close to the center of the city's corporate limits.

Prospective students considering El Centro College will find a cheaper alternative to many other local universities, with a low annual tuition rate of under $2,500 a year for in-state residents, and about $5,000 for out of state students.

As a public institute of higher education, applicants will enjoy an open admissions process at El Centro Colleges, which opens its door to all students who apply.

As of today, El Centro College currently serves the higher education needs of approximately 9,800 students; of which some 7,700 are part-time and a little over 2,000 are full-time students. As you can guess from the numbers, El Centro College is a great option for those who want to earn a college degree, but are unable to devote the time required for a full course load.

Students can choose to major in a number of popular academic programs at El Centro College, earning an associate's degree in fields, including early childhood education, culinary arts, diagnostic medical sonography, biotechnology laboratory technician, criminal justice, fashion and apparel design, emergency medical technician, and many, many more.

Considering its prime location in Dallas, a large city and financial hub, students in search of off-campus extracurricular activities will find any number of entertainment hotspots options and a thriving night life is well within reach at El Centro Colleges, whether by car or on foot.

For more information on the academic opportunities at El Centro College, click here.

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may give an overview of the students El Centro College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

Dual Credits
Life Experience Credits
AP Course Credits

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $6,200. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition & Fees Information

Annual tuition estimates are:
- State Residents: $1,800-$2,100
- Out-of-State: $5,200-$6,264
Charges for part-time students are:
- State Residents: $59-$71 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $170-$210 per credit unit

Financial Aid Details

The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.

	Percent of Students	Average Amount
Any Financial Aid	64%	-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships	60%	$5,235
Student Loans (Federal)	11%	$6,340

Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help support students, El Centro College may provide services to students like those listed below:

Distance learning
Night and weekend classes available
Remedial courses
Career path counseling
Work study style employment
Assisting students to find work

Specialized Programs & Accreditations

Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- * Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 1976)
Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) Program
- * Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 1996)
Radiology Technician Program
- * Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (since 1986)

Programs Offered

The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

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(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)

Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (A, C)
- Accounting (A, C)
- Executive Assistant (A)
- Information Systems (C)
- Bookkeeping

Computer and Information Sciences
- Web Design (A, C)
- Data Processing Technology (A, C)
- Computer Programming (C)
- Computer Networking (A, C)

Education
- Early Childhood Education (A)
- Secondary Education (A)

Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
- Hispanic-American, Puerto Rican, and Mexican-American Studies

Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (A)
- EMT and Paramedic (C)
- Medical Assistant (C)
- Surgical Technologist (A)
- Ultrasound Technician (A, C)
- Medical Lab Technician (A)
- Cardiovascular Technologist (A)
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (C)
- Health Information and Medical Records Technology
- Medical Transcription
- Respiratory Therapy

Legal Professions and Studies
- Paralegal (A)

Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (A)

Personal and Culinary Services
- Culinary Arts (A, C)
- Baking And Pastry (A, C)

Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (A)
- Fire Prevention (A, C)

Visual and Performing Arts
- Fashion Design (A, C)
- Interior Design (A)
- Music

Other Community Colleges

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Eastfield College in Commerce, TX (9 miles away)
Richland College in Houston, TX (11 miles away)
Brookhaven College in Lake Jackson, TX (11 miles away)
Cedar Valley College in Farmers Branch, TX (11 miles away)

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