Laredo College
A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and in-state Texas residents. graduation rate is below 40%. a public school with 5,086 students.
About This School
Laredo College is a public institution located in Laredo, Texas with approximately 5,086 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $5,309 per year. The graduation rate is 31%, and the typical graduate earns $35,600 within 10 years of enrollment.
Laredo College (LC) is a public community college in Laredo, Texas. Founded as Laredo Junior College in 1947, it is part of the Laredo Independent School District. As defined by the Texas Legislature, the official service area of LC includes the municipality of Laredo and all of Webb, Jim Hogg and Zapata counties.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $5,309/year after aid and a remarkably low median debt of $2,334, this is one of the most affordable paths to a credential you'll find anywhere. However, the 31% graduation rate is a real concern — most students who start here don't finish — so it's worth asking yourself honestly whether you have the support system and plan in place to be in that minority. If you're a local student looking to minimize debt while staying close to home, this can work, but go in with a clear roadmap and take advantage of every advising resource available.
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Will This School Pay Off?
Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.
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Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (5,086 undergraduates).
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Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
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