South Plains College Tuition & Completion (2026)
South Plains College is a public community college in Levelland, Texas, serving roughly 6,005 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $6,791 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $2,731. Student demographics in federal data include Hispanic or Latino (53.9%) and White (33.9%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $2,731
- 2024 Average Net Price: $6,791 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 6,005 59.5% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 28.92%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
- First-Generation Students: 54.0%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition decrease of 0.8% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 1.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 50.0%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 13,388
- Room & Board: $5,481 annual estimate
South Plains College: what the data shows
Common questions about South Plains College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is South Plains College?
South Plains College is located in Levelland, TX (ZIP 79336).
NCES locale classification: Town distant.
Is South Plains College public or private?
South Plains College is a Public institution.
How much does South Plains College cost?
Published tuition: $2,731 in-state, $5,155 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $6,791.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $5,394 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $5,369 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $8,721 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $12,059 |
| $110,001+ | $13,314 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $10,924.
How big is South Plains College?
Total enrollment: 6,005 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 13,388 students.
About 60% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at South Plains College?
150%-time completion rate: 28.92%.
First-year retention: 52.5%.
What do graduates of South Plains College earn?
Median earnings: $35,025 six years after entry; $41,276 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $10,500.
38.46% of students receive Pell grants.
What is South Plains College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- General Studies (485 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (124 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (97 completions)
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General (85 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (81 completions)
- Culinary Arts/Chef Training (57 completions)
- Commercial and Advertising Art (54 completions)
- Photographic and Film/Video Technology/Technician (41 completions)
- Fire Science/Fire-fighting (40 completions)
- Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician (40 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is South Plains College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 28.92%; median earnings $41,276 at 10 years; net price $6,791. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$2,731
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at South Plains College was $2,731.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$6,791
2024 Value
In 2024 South Plains College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $6,791.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$27,164 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$6,791 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$10,924 4-Year In-State Tuition
$20,620 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$5,481 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,255 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$9,467 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$37,868 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for South Plains College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
38.46% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
14.55% 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 South Plains 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 South Plains 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 | $2,497 | $2,977 | $3,079 |
| 2014 | $2,584 | $3,446 | $6,524 |
| 2015 | $2,240 | $3,560 | $5,494 |
| 2016 | $2,240 | $3,680 | $3,927 |
| 2017 | $2,240 | $3,848 | $3,765 |
| 2018 | $2,240 | $3,968 | $7,913 |
| 2019 | $2,240 | $4,088 | $7,600 |
| 2020 | $2,260 | $4,276 | $6,358 |
| 2021 | $2,260 | $4,276 | $7,258 |
| 2022 | $2,601 | $4,857 | $6,951 |
| 2023 | $2,581 | $4,837 | $7,062 |
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
South Plains College reported total enrollment of about 6,005 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 38% male and 62% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (53.9%), White (33.9%), and Black or African American (8.1%). About 38.46% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 54.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
59.5% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at South Plains College in 2024 is 6,005 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 13,388 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
52.5%
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 53.9%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
17.74% 100% Completion Time
28.92% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 17.74% of students graduating from South Plains College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- General Studies: 34% male / 66% female
- Welding Technology/Welder: 90% male / 10% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 29% male / 71% 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: Hispanic or Latino.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for South Plains College.
Return on Investment
$10,500 Median Student Debt
$41,276 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
25.44% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1419.51% Return on Investment
2.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for South Plains College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 68 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. General Studies: 485 completions
2. Welding Technology/Welder: 124 completions
3. Business Administration and Management, General: 97 completions
4. Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General: 85 completions
5. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 81 completions
6. Culinary Arts/Chef Training: 57 completions
7. Commercial and Advertising Art: 54 completions
8. Photographic and Film/Video Technology/Technician: 41 completions
9. Fire Science/Fire-fighting: 40 completions
Most popular programs at South Plains College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for South Plains College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for South Plains College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 50.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $6,658
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $6,486
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
South Plains College is a public institution located in Levelland, TX, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were General Studies, Welding Technology/Welder, Business Administration and Management, General. Enrollment is approximately 6,005 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (53.9%), White (33.9%), Black or African American (8.1%). The 150%-time completion rate is 28.92%. Approximately 38.46% of students receive Pell Grants. About 54.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Location
Levelland, TX 79336
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 28.92% graduation rate at South Plains 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 68 distinct degree programs, South Plains 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 South Plains College located?
South Plains College is located in Levelland, TX.
How much does South Plains College cost?
Reported tuition is $2,731 and average net price is $6,791 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $5,481 annually.
What is the student body demographics at South Plains College?
South Plains College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 13,388 students, Hispanic or Latino (53.9%), White (33.9%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend South Plains College?
About 54.0% of students at South Plains College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of South Plains College earn?
Median earnings are $35,025 six years after entry and $41,276 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at South Plains College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 28.9% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do South Plains College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $10,500.
Is South Plains College public or private?
South Plains College is a public institution located in Levelland, TX.
Is South Plains College an HBCU?
No. South Plains College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is South Plains College a tribal college?
No. South Plains College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is South Plains College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—South Plains College reports 53.9% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is South Plains College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for South Plains 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
- 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.