Central Texas College Tuition & Completion (2026)
Central Texas College is a public community college in Killeen, Texas, serving roughly 6,247 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $10,265 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $3,750. Student demographics in federal data include Hispanic or Latino (29.2%) and Black or African American (27.6%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $3,750
- 2024 Average Net Price: $10,265 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 6,247 40.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 11.48%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 46.1%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 5.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 49.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 13,654
- Room & Board: $7,200 annual estimate
Central Texas College: what the data shows
Common questions about Central Texas College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Central Texas College?
Central Texas College is located in Killeen, TX (ZIP 76549-4199).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is Central Texas College public or private?
Central Texas College is a Public institution.
How much does Central Texas College cost?
Published tuition: $3,750 in-state, $7,500 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $10,265.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $7,714 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $11,281 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $11,567 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $12,866 |
| $110,001+ | $13,581 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $15,000.
How big is Central Texas College?
Total enrollment: 6,247 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 13,654 students.
About 40% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Central Texas College?
150%-time completion rate: 11.48%.
First-year retention: 60.0%.
What do graduates of Central Texas College earn?
Median earnings: $39,534 six years after entry; $40,995 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $6,750.
37.07% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Central Texas College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- General Studies (600 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (400 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies (191 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (171 completions)
- Restaurant/Food Services Management (82 completions)
- Hospitality Administration/Management, General (71 completions)
- Homeland Security (68 completions)
- Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder (66 completions)
- Business/Commerce, General (66 completions)
- Graphic Communications, General (62 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Central Texas College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 11.48%; median earnings $40,995 at 10 years; net price $10,265. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$3,750
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Central Texas College was $3,750.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$10,265
2024 Value
In 2024 Central Texas College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $10,265.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$41,060 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$10,265 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$15,000 4-Year In-State Tuition
$30,000 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$7,200 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$2,124 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$13,074 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$52,296 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Central Texas College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
37.07% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
41.85% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Central Texas College was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Central Texas College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $1,890 | $5,550 | $4,375 |
| 2014 | $2,130 | $6,270 | $2,214 |
| 2015 | $2,280 | $6,420 | $4,548 |
| 2016 | $2,280 | $6,420 | $4,762 |
| 2017 | $2,700 | $7,050 | $5,032 |
| 2018 | $2,700 | $7,050 | $4,241 |
| 2019 | $2,700 | $7,050 | $5,112 |
| 2020 | $2,850 | $7,200 | $5,196 |
| 2021 | $2,850 | $7,440 | $8,626 |
| 2022 | $3,000 | $7,500 | $4,284 |
| 2023 | $3,150 | $7,500 | $6,408 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Central Texas College reported total enrollment of about 6,247 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 42% male and 58% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (29.2%), Black or African American (27.6%), and White (26.7%). About 37.07% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 46.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
40.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Central Texas College in 2024 is 6,247 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 13,654 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
60.0%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Hispanic or Latino at 29.2%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
5.74% 100% Completion Time
11.48% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 5.74% of students graduating from Central Texas College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- General Studies: 46% male / 54% female
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 38% male / 62% female
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies: 52% male / 48% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Central Texas College.
Return on Investment
$6,750 Median Student Debt
$40,995 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
16.47% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
898.42% Return on Investment
1.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Central Texas College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 59 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. General Studies: 600 completions
2. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 400 completions
3. Criminal Justice/Safety Studies: 191 completions
4. Business Administration and Management, General: 171 completions
5. Restaurant/Food Services Management: 82 completions
6. Hospitality Administration/Management, General: 71 completions
7. Homeland Security: 68 completions
8. Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder: 66 completions
9. Business/Commerce, General: 66 completions
Most popular programs at Central Texas College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Central Texas College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Central Texas College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $6,654
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $5,431
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Central Texas College is a public institution located in Killeen, TX, classified as Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were General Studies, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies. Enrollment is approximately 6,247 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (29.2%), Black or African American (27.6%), White (26.7%). The 150%-time completion rate is 11.48%. Approximately 37.07% of students receive Pell Grants. About 46.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
Location
Killeen, TX 76549-4199
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 11.48% graduation rate at Central Texas College falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 59 distinct degree programs, Central Texas College provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Central Texas College located?
Central Texas College is located in Killeen, TX.
How much does Central Texas College cost?
Reported tuition is $3,750 and average net price is $10,265 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $7,200 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Central Texas College?
Central Texas College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 13,654 students, Hispanic or Latino (29.2%), Black or African American (27.6%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Central Texas College?
About 46.1% of students at Central Texas College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Central Texas College earn?
Median earnings are $39,534 six years after entry and $40,995 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Central Texas College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 11.5% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Central Texas College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $6,750.
Is Central Texas College public or private?
Central Texas College is a public institution located in Killeen, TX.
Is Central Texas College an HBCU?
No. Central Texas College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Central Texas College a tribal college?
No. Central Texas College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Central Texas College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Central Texas College reports 29.2% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is Central Texas College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Central Texas College in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Texas college costs
- Texas colleges by ROI
- Texas trade schools profile
- Killeen, Texas city profile
- Southwest regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Texas
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.