Weatherford 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 5,094 students.
About This School
Weatherford College is a public institution located in Weatherford, Texas with approximately 5,094 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $9,967 per year. The graduation rate is 35%, and the typical graduate earns $36,400 within 10 years of enrollment.
Weatherford College (WC) is a public community college in Weatherford, Texas, with a branch campus in nearby Wise County.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $8,664/year and a median debt of only $6,500, this is one of the most affordable college options you'll find anywhere. However, the 23% graduation rate is a serious concern — most students who start here don't finish — so you'll want to honestly assess what support systems you'll need to be in that minority. If you're looking for a low-cost stepping stone to a four-year school or a specific vocational path, it can work, but go in with a clear plan and don't assume completion will happen automatically.
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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.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 22% 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 (5,094 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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