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Ranger College

Public Ranger, TX · Rural · Southwest · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
27%
Graduation Rate
$35,552
Earnings (10yr)
$6,182
Net Price
971
Enrollment

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Overview

Ranger College is a great fit for students looking for a more personal educational experience with a smaller campus environment. With an enrollment of 971, the college offers intimate class sizes that facilitate close relationships with instructors. Students can dive into programs like Humanities, Precision Production, Culinary & Personal Services, Health Professions, and Mechanic & Repair Tech, which cater to a variety of interests and career paths.

When it comes to life after graduation, the numbers tell an encouraging story. Graduates can expect to earn around $35,552 a year after ten years. This figure highlights the potential for upward mobility, especially for those who engage fully with their programs and internships. The college’s affordability is another plus, with a net price of $6,182, making it accessible for a range of students.

On the practical side, students here tend to carry a median debt of $9,500, which is manageable compared to many other institutions. The financial support is evident, though only 17% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating that a significant portion of the student body is navigating their education without heavy reliance on federal aid. This environment is well-suited for self-motivated individuals who value hands-on learning and community connections.

Rankings

How Ranger Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation27%Earnings 10yr$36KNet Price$6KRetention46%Median Debt$10KPell Grant Rate17%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$5K$0-30K$6K$30-48K$8K$48-75K

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%2249.1%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1293.2%MOBILITY290.85%

Cost & Financial Aid

$2,766
In-State Tuition
$9,066
Out-of-State
$6,182
Avg Net Price
$9,500
Median Debt
17%
Pell Grant Rate
7%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$5,459
Family Income $0–$30K
$5,645
Family Income $30K–$48K
$7,622
Family Income $48K–$75K

Graduate Outcomes

$30,914
6 Years After Entry
$35,993
8 Years
$35,552
10 Years
0.27x
Debt-to-Earnings
53%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$30,914 6yr $35,993 8yr $35,552 10yr

Social Mobility

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

290.85%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1293.2%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
2249.1%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$45,700
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.09
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
5.9%
Volunteering Rate
0.96
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 46%
Full-Time Faculty 28%
Faculty Salary (mo) $4,027
Diversity Index 0.65
First-Gen Students 46%

Top Programs

Humanities 48%
Precision Production 28%
Culinary & Personal Services 12%
Health Professions 10%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 2%
Education 1%

Quick Facts

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

Student Body

Female
59%
White
49%
Hispanic
33%
Black
7%
Asian
0%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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