Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 008503
- Phone: (512) 437-7500
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
66%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
27:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$3,322Average 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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Mountain View College
1701 W Ben White Blvd, Ste 100, Austin, TX
Mountain View College is a community college located in the large city of Dallas, Texas. Prospective students considering MVC will find the campus a cheaper alternative to many other institutions of higher learning, with a low annual tuition rate of under $2500 a year for in-state residents, and about $4000 for out of state students.
As a public institute of higher education, applicants will enjoy an open admissions process at Mountain View College, which opens its door to students of all backgrounds and educational needs.
As of 2013, Mountain View College currently serves the higher education needs of approximately 8500 students, of which some 6200 are part-time students, while about 2200 are full-time. As you can probably guess from the above demographics, Mountain View College is a great choice 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 Mountain View College, earning an associate's degree in fields including early childhood education and teaching, e-commerce, biotechnology laboratory technician, criminal justice, air traffic controller, aviation/airway management and operations, 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 MVC, whether by car or on foot.
For more information on the academic opportunities at Mountain View College, click here.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the applicants Mountain View College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP 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 $4,400. 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 information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 66% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 63% | $5,823 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 7% | $3,749 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Mountain View College may provide services like:- Distance learning
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Assisting students to find work
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 Mountain View 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,...)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
Computer and Information Sciences
Engineering Technology
- CAD (A, C)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Health and Clinical Professions
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (A)
Precision Production
- Welding (A, C)
Public Administration and Social Services
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (A, C)
Transportation and Materials Moving
Visual and Performing Arts
- Music (A)
Other Community Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Mountain View College.
- El Centro College in Mesquite, TX (7 miles away)
- Cedar Valley College in Farmers Branch, TX (10 miles away)
- North Lake College in The Woodlands, TX (11 miles away)
- Brookhaven College in Lake Jackson, TX (15 miles away)
- Eastfield College in Commerce, TX (16 miles away)
Also, check out our college lists below, which can help students compare schools to one another:
- Get a list of all the colleges in Texas
- Get a list of all community colleges in Texas
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 008503
- Phone: (512) 437-7500
- School Homepage