Tarrant County College District Tuition & Completion (2026)
Tarrant County College District is a public community college in Fort Worth, Texas, enrolling about 42,300 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $4,337 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $1,863. Student demographics in federal data include Hispanic or Latino (37.2%) and White (26.2%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $1,863
- 2024 Average Net Price: $4,337 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 42,300 18.1% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 34.30%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
- First-Generation Students: 49.2%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 7.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 41.1%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 69,621
- Room & Board: $14,481 annual estimate
Tarrant County College District: what the data shows
Common questions about Tarrant County College District, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Tarrant County College District?
Tarrant County College District is located in Fort Worth, TX (ZIP 76102).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Tarrant County College District public or private?
Tarrant County College District is a Public institution.
How much does Tarrant County College District cost?
Published tuition: $1,863 in-state, $8,370 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $4,337.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $3,334 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $3,899 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $5,406 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $7,299 |
| $110,001+ | $10,749 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $7,452.
How big is Tarrant County College District?
Total enrollment: 42,300 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 69,621 students.
About 18% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Tarrant County College District?
150%-time completion rate: 34.30%.
First-year retention: 70.1%.
What do graduates of Tarrant County College District earn?
Median earnings: $34,945 six years after entry; $42,727 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $9,104.
27.40% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Tarrant County College District known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- General Studies (4,283 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (393 completions)
- Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance (268 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (268 completions)
- Computer and Information Sciences, General (222 completions)
- Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician (88 completions)
- Sign Language Interpretation and Translation (85 completions)
- Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General (78 completions)
- Fire Science/Fire-fighting (76 completions)
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician (75 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Tarrant County College District a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 34.30%; median earnings $42,727 at 10 years; net price $4,337. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$1,863
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Tarrant County College District was $1,863.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$4,337
2024 Value
In 2024 Tarrant County College District had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $4,337.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$17,348 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$4,337 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$7,452 4-Year In-State Tuition
$33,480 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$14,481 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,350 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$17,694 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$70,776 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Tarrant County College District.
Financial Aid by Income Level
27.40% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
7.40% 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 Tarrant County College District 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 Tarrant County College District 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 | $1,320 | $4,920 | $5,983 |
| 2014 | $1,320 | $4,920 | $5,453 |
| 2015 | $1,320 | $4,920 | $5,380 |
| 2016 | $1,416 | $6,120 | $6,349 |
| 2017 | $1,593 | $6,885 | $6,303 |
| 2018 | $1,661 | $7,560 | $5,380 |
| 2019 | $1,728 | $8,235 | $5,434 |
| 2020 | $1,728 | $8,235 | $5,147 |
| 2021 | $1,728 | $8,235 | $6,326 |
| 2022 | $1,728 | $8,235 | $5,668 |
| 2023 | $1,728 | $8,235 | $6,073 |
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
Tarrant County College District reported total enrollment of about 42,300 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 (37.2%), White (26.2%), and Black or African American (17.6%). About 27.40% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 49.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
18.1% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Tarrant County College District in 2024 is 42,300 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 69,621 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
70.1%
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 37.2%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
18.51% 100% Completion Time
34.30% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 18.51% of students graduating from Tarrant County College District completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- General Studies: 36% male / 64% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 22% male / 78% female
- Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance: 80% male / 20% 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 Tarrant County College District.
Return on Investment
$9,104 Median Student Debt
$42,727 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
21.31% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
2362.94% Return on Investment
2.1 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Tarrant County College District.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 86 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. General Studies: 4,283 completions
2. Business Administration and Management, General: 393 completions
3. Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance: 268 completions
4. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 268 completions
5. Computer and Information Sciences, General: 222 completions
6. Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician: 88 completions
7. Sign Language Interpretation and Translation: 85 completions
8. Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General: 78 completions
9. Fire Science/Fire-fighting: 76 completions
Most popular programs at Tarrant County College District.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Tarrant County College District graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Tarrant County College District from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 41.1%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,399
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $7,599
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Tarrant County College District is a public institution located in Fort Worth, 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, Business Administration and Management, General, Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance. Enrollment is approximately 42,300 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (37.2%), White (26.2%), Black or African American (17.6%). The 150%-time completion rate is 34.30%. Approximately 27.40% of students receive Pell Grants. About 49.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Location
Fort Worth, TX 76102
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 34.30% graduation rate at Tarrant County College District 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 86 distinct degree programs, Tarrant County College District 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 Tarrant County College District located?
Tarrant County College District is located in Fort Worth, TX.
How much does Tarrant County College District cost?
Reported tuition is $1,863 and average net price is $4,337 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $14,481 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Tarrant County College District?
Tarrant County College District reports undergraduate enrollment of about 69,621 students, Hispanic or Latino (37.2%), White (26.2%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Tarrant County College District?
About 49.2% of students at Tarrant County College District are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Tarrant County College District earn?
Median earnings are $34,945 six years after entry and $42,727 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Tarrant County College District?
The 150%-time completion rate is 34.3% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Tarrant County College District students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $9,104.
Is Tarrant County College District public or private?
Tarrant County College District is a public institution located in Fort Worth, TX.
Is Tarrant County College District an HBCU?
No. Tarrant County College District is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Tarrant County College District a tribal college?
No. Tarrant County College District is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Tarrant County College District a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Tarrant County College District reports 37.2% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is Tarrant County College District religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Tarrant County College District 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
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- Fort Worth, Texas city profile
- Southwest regional profile
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- National benchmarks
- School directory
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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.