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Cisco College

Public Cisco, TX · Rural · Southwest · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
30%
Graduation Rate
$39,092
Earnings (10yr)
$9,624
Net Price
1,620
Enrollment

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Overview

Cisco College is a solid option for students interested in practical programs like Humanities, Health Professions, Business & Marketing, and Mechanic & Repair Technology. With an enrollment of around 1,620 students, it caters to those looking for a close-knit community where they can delve into hands-on learning and develop skills that lead to rewarding careers. The focus here is on preparing students for immediate entry into the workforce or further studies in their fields of interest.

After graduation, the numbers suggest that students can expect to earn an average of $39,092 within ten years. This earning potential is an encouraging sign for those considering the financial investment of higher education. While the graduation rate sits at 30%, many students find that the skills they acquire here help them move up in their careers, particularly in fields like Health Professions and Business. The affordability of Cisco College makes it a viable option, especially for those balancing costs with job readiness.

When it comes to the financials, the net price after aid is about $9,624, with a median debt load of $9,500. This makes Cisco College accessible for a wide range of students, including those who rely on financial aid, as 26% of the students receive Pell Grants. Students who thrive here tend to be those who appreciate a practical approach to learning and are motivated to enter the workforce with skills that are directly applicable to their chosen careers.

Rankings

How Cisco Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation30%Earnings 10yr$39KNet Price$10KRetention67%Median Debt$10KPell Grant Rate26%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$8K$0-30K$9K$30-48K$11K$48-75K$16K$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%1815.1%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1584.4%MOBILITY287.58%

Cost & Financial Aid

$4,710
In-State Tuition
$7,140
Out-of-State
$9,624
Avg Net Price
$9,500
Median Debt
26%
Pell Grant Rate
6%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$8,287
Family Income $0–$30K
$9,069
Family Income $30K–$48K
$10,586
Family Income $48K–$75K
$15,838
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$34,134
6 Years After Entry
$34,954
8 Years
$39,092
10 Years
0.24x
Debt-to-Earnings
51%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$34,134 6yr $34,954 8yr $39,092 10yr

Social Mobility

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

287.58%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1584.4%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
1815.1%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$53,600
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.06
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.02
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
6.7%
Volunteering Rate
0.96
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 67%
Full-Time Faculty 49%
Faculty Salary (mo) $5,165
Diversity Index 0.69
First-Gen Students 44%

Top Programs

Humanities 59%
Health Professions 15%
Business & Marketing 4%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 4%
Precision Production 3%
Criminal Justice 3%
Culinary & Personal Services 2%
English & Literature 1%

Quick Facts

Setting Rural
Region Southwest
Accreditor Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Predominant Degree Associate's

Student Body

Female
56%
White
45%
Hispanic
29%
Black
14%
Asian
2%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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