Vernon College
A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 2,113 students.
About This School
Vernon College is a public institution located in Vernon, Texas with approximately 2,113 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $6,404 per year. Typical graduates earn $36,800 within 10 years of enrollment.
Vernon College is a public community college in Vernon, Texas.
This is a strong option for cost-conscious students, with a median debt of just $7,000 at graduation — well below the national average — and a net price of $6,571/year that makes it genuinely affordable. As a small community college in Vernon, TX, it works best as a stepping stone to a four-year school or a practical credential, since median earnings of $36,800 a decade out suggest limited long-term earning power for those who stop here. Worth considering if you're looking to save money on foundational coursework or earn a certificate in a trade field, but have a clear plan for what comes next.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 17% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,113 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Sources & Methodology
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.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
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