At a glance
Average net price
$5,737
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
16.5%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
40,503
In-state tuition
$2,040
Out-of-state tuition
$5,460
Cost of attendance
$12,009
Median earnings (10y)
$39,254
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
27 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (28%), business (19%), stem (19%).
- STEM19%
- Health11%
- Business19%
- Humanities & arts28%
- Social sciences7%
- Trades & services16%
- Liberal arts24.1%~9,769 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Business18.8%~7,623 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Health professions11.4%~4,613 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~3,767 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science5.5%~2,207 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~1,523 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~1,410 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~1,410 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Psychology2.7%~1,102 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~968 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering tech2.2%~895 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~826 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~770 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Education1.8%~741 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~567 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Legal1.1%~458 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering0.9%~356 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~320 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication0.7%~263 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~247 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Science tech0.4%~170 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences0.4%~150 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English0.3%~138 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History0.2%~85 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~61 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics0.1%~36 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Agriculture0.1%~28 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 3,711 | $26,081 | $17,106 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 1,642 | $32,650 | $16,045 |
| Biology, General. | Associate's | 1,162 | — | $11,005 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 429 | $61,208 | $18,770 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Associate's | 282 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Associate's | 254 | — | $16,250 |
| Psychology, General. | Associate's | 241 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 222 | $27,443 | $16,035 |
| Computer Science. | Associate's | 207 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Undergraduate certificate | 196 | $24,141 | $10,022 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 194 | $48,612 | $14,249 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Associate's | 188 | — | $18,862 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 158 | $19,268 | $14,999 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate's | 158 | $58,131 | $16,975 |
| Engineering Science. | Associate's | 151 | — | $17,814 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 145 | $28,318 | $16,125 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate's | 133 | $47,243 | $24,562 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers. | Undergraduate certificate | 131 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Undergraduate certificate | 128 | $44,990 | $13,925 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 110 | — | — |
| Graphic Communications. | Undergraduate certificate | 109 | — | — |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Undergraduate certificate | 108 | — | — |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate's | 105 | $20,663 | $26,217 |
| Physical Science Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 104 | $46,552 | $21,740 |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 98 | $21,125 | $18,797 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Undergraduate certificate | 97 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate's | 94 | $27,295 | $18,749 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 91 | — | $14,905 |
| Graphic Communications. | Associate's | 89 | $21,579 | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Associate's | 84 | — | — |
| Legal Support Services. | Associate's | 84 | — | $14,000 |
| Real Estate. | Associate's | 83 | — | $27,140 |
| Computer Programming. | Associate's | 81 | — | — |
| Legal Support Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 78 | — | — |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 75 | — | — |
| Construction Engineering Technology/Technician. | Associate's | 75 | — | — |
| Fire Protection. | Undergraduate certificate | 73 | $28,765 | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 72 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Associate's | 67 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Associate's | 67 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Houston Community College
Houston Community College is a very large institution located in Houston, Texas, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 40,503 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Business, Health professions.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Houston Community College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $5,737 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $2,040 for in-state students and $5,460 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $12,009 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 16.5%, a below-average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $39,254 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Houston Community College confers degrees and certificates across 27 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Business, Health professions. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (28% of credentials), business (19% of credentials), stem (19% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Houston, Texas (city), Houston Community College draws students from across Texas and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Houston Community College
Q.How much does Houston Community College cost?
The average net price at Houston Community College is $5,737 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $12,009.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Houston Community College?
Houston Community College has a 6-year graduation rate of 16.5% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Houston Community College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Houston Community College graduate earns $39,254 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Houston Community College?
Published tuition is $2,040 in-state and $5,460 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Houston Community College located?
Houston Community College is located in Houston, Texas (ZIP 77002).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Houston Community College at their official website.