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Alvin Community College

Public Alvin, TX · Suburban · Southwest · 80% data reported · Agent Insights
24%
Graduation Rate
$45,762
Earnings (10yr)
$8,525
Net Price
3,342
Enrollment

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Overview

With an enrollment of 3,342 students, Alvin Community College is a great fit for those seeking a more intimate learning environment. Students here dive into programs like Health Professions, Humanities, Business & Marketing, Computer Science & IT, and Criminal Justice. This variety allows for both practical skill development and a well-rounded education, catering to a wide range of interests and career aspirations.

Looking at life after graduation, the numbers tell a promising story. Graduates earn a median salary of $45,762 after ten years, which can help students gauge their potential return on investment. The College's affordability is another plus, with a net price of just $8,525 after aid. This supports a pathway to upward mobility, especially for those who take advantage of financial aid, like the 25% of students receiving Pell Grants.

When it comes to the cost of attendance, the median debt of graduates stands at $4,519, making it manageable for most. This lower debt load can be a significant advantage for graduates as they enter the workforce. Students who thrive here often appreciate a close-knit community and the opportunity to engage with their instructors and peers, making for a supportive educational experience.

Rankings

How Alvin Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation24%Earnings 10yr$46KNet Price$9KMedian Debt$5KPell Grant Rate25%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$7K$0-30K$7K$30-48K$10K$48-75K$13K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%923.0%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1921.4%MOBILITY177.36%

Cost & Financial Aid

$1,906
In-State Tuition
$4,402
Out-of-State
$8,525
Avg Net Price
$4,519
Median Debt
25%
Pell Grant Rate
4%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$6,718
Family Income $0–$30K
$7,090
Family Income $30K–$48K
$9,812
Family Income $48K–$75K
$12,887
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$38,693
6 Years After Entry
$41,886
8 Years
$45,762
10 Years
0.1x
Debt-to-Earnings
59%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$38,693 6yr $41,886 8yr $45,762 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

177.36%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1921.4%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
923.0%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$84,500
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.47
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.03
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
5.3%
Volunteering Rate
0.97
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Full-Time Faculty 48%
Faculty Salary (mo) $7,473
Diversity Index 0.70
First-Gen Students 49%

Top Programs

Health Professions 29%
Humanities 25%
Business & Marketing 14%
Computer Science & IT 5%
Criminal Justice 3%
Precision Production 2%
Legal Studies 2%
Culinary & Personal Services 2%

Quick Facts

Setting Suburban
Region Southwest
Accreditor Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Predominant Degree Associate's
Hispanic-Serving Yes

Student Body

Female
63%
White
31%
Hispanic
41%
Black
16%
Asian
7%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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