Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003574
- Phone: (713) 743-1000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
87%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
15:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$2,433Average 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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Howard College
Also known as Howard County Junior College
212 E. Cullen Building, Houston, TX
Howard College is an institute of higher learning located in the Texas town of Big Spring. Currently, Howard College serves a student body of a little over 4600 which is divided between about 1500 full time students and some 3100 part time students.
Howard College offers affordable prices for its services. In-state students can expect to pay about $2700 a year for their classes, while out of state tuition amounts to an annual cost of roughly $4100.
Howard College offers many student resources including help with applying for financial aid. Students can rest easy with Howard College’s 101 guide to financial aid.
Among the academic programs offered at Howard College are majors as diverse as business/office automation technology and data entry, marketing and marketing management, communication studies, computer and information services security, general human development and family studies, general health and physical education, and many, many more.
Howard College offers a number of quality varsity sports programs, including baseball, softball, basketball, and even rodeo for the aspiring cattle wranglers of the athletic world.
Prospective students will be pleased to learn that Howard College offers both on campus housing and meal program plans, which cover up to 19 meals per week, greatly cutting down the amount of ramen noodles students will need to rely on to stave off hunger. Another feature of Howard College is the professional daycare service it provides for students who have small children.
To learn more about the programs and services that are available to students of Howard College, visit their website here.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the applicants Howard County Junior College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college 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 $5,600. 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: $2,300-$2,800
- Out-of-State: $5,200-$6,204
- Part-time students are charged:
- State Residents: $67-$80 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $160-$190 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 87% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 80% | $5,370 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 11% | $4,486 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Howard College may provide services to students including:- Distance learning
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assisting students to find work
- Child care
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
Campus: Howard College
- Dental Hygienist Program
- * Accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation (since 1982)
- 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 1978)
Campus: San Angelo
- Radiology Technician Program
- * Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (since 2009)
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.
Get more information about the programs offered by Howard College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Agriculture (A)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (A)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (A)
Education
Engineering Technology
English Language and Literature
- English (A)
Family and Consumer Sciences
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (A)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (A)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (A)
Personal and Culinary Services
- Cosmetology (A, C)
- Nail Technician
Precision Production
- Welding (C)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Sports Medicine (A)
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (A)
Social Sciences
Visual and Performing Arts
- Music (A)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (A)
Other Community Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Howard College.
- Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf in Tyler, TX (4 miles away)
- Midland College in Lubbock, TX (41 miles away)
- Western Texas College in Canyon, TX (43 miles away)
- Odessa College in Houston, TX (61 miles away)
- South Plains College in San Antonio, TX (106 miles away)
Also, you can compare schools by looking through our list of colleges & universities:
- Compare schools and see a list of all colleges in Texas
- Browse our list of community colleges in Texas
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003574
- Phone: (713) 743-1000
- School Homepage