At a glance
Average net price
$6,368
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
37.0%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
4,654
In-state tuition
$2,688
Out-of-state tuition
$4,926
Cost of attendance
$13,086
Median earnings (10y)
$42,026
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 66.3%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
23 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by trades & services (32%), humanities & arts (23%), business (18%).
- STEM8%
- Health11%
- Business18%
- Humanities & arts23%
- Social sciences9%
- Trades & services32%
- Liberal arts22.2%~1,035 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Business18.0%~837 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Mechanic & repair11.8%~551 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Health professions10.5%~491 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~376 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~263 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~242 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Education4.4%~205 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering tech2.9%~137 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology1.8%~83 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~81 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science1.5%~71 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Legal1.5%~68 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering1.1%~51 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~39 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~39 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~24 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences0.5%~22 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~20 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics0.2%~10 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Agriculture0.1%~5 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~2 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication0.1%~2 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare 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 | 868 | $31,792 | $7,500 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 297 | $34,345 | $7,097 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Associate's | 210 | $9,244 | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 149 | — | — |
| Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 147 | — | — |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 135 | — | — |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 125 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 123 | $57,154 | $13,250 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 120 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Undergraduate certificate | 114 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Undergraduate certificate | 113 | — | — |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Undergraduate certificate | 108 | — | $8,500 |
| Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 74 | — | — |
| Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 70 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 67 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 67 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Associate's | 65 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Associate's | 64 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 63 | — | — |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 53 | — | — |
| Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 53 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate's | 52 | $49,601 | — |
| Fire Protection. | Undergraduate certificate | 45 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Associate's | 44 | — | — |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Associate's | 42 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Associate's | 35 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 33 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Associate's | 30 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Associate's | 28 | — | — |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate's | 23 | — | — |
| Legal Support Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 22 | — | — |
| Legal Support Services. | Associate's | 22 | — | — |
| Engineering, General. | Associate's | 20 | — | — |
| Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Undergraduate certificate | 19 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate's | 15 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Associate's | 13 | — | — |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Associate's | 12 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 12 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Associate's | 11 | — | — |
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 Odessa College
Odessa College is a mid-sized institution located in Odessa, Texas, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 4,654 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Business, Mechanic & repair.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Odessa College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $6,368 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $2,688 for in-state students and $4,926 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $13,086 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 37.0%, a average completion outcome. 66.3% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $42,026 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Odessa College confers degrees and certificates across 23 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Business, Mechanic & repair. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by trades & services (32% of credentials), humanities & arts (23% of credentials), business (18% 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 Odessa, Texas (city), Odessa 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 Odessa College
Q.How much does Odessa College cost?
The average net price at Odessa College is $6,368 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $13,086.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Odessa College?
Odessa College has a 6-year graduation rate of 37.0% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Odessa College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Odessa College graduate earns $42,026 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Odessa College?
Published tuition is $2,688 in-state and $4,926 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Odessa College located?
Odessa College is located in Odessa, Texas (ZIP 79764).
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 Odessa College at their official website.