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Houston Community College

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Campus Identity

Houston Community College is a public community college in Houston, TX. The nearest beach is about 46 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 90/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Houston Community College is a public community college in Houston, TX. The nearest beach is about 46 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 90/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$792
In-State Tuition
+$1,248 fees
$3,624
Out-of-State Tuition
+$1,836 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

20,000+

Urban setting

Beach Access

46 miles

Galveston, TX

Ski Access

672 miles

Snow Creek Ski Area

Weather

Hot Climate

66°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

672 mi away
30 skiable acres6 lifts
803 mi away
50 skiable acres2 lifts

Nearest Beach

Galveston, TX

Ocean access within 46.4 miles

46 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Houston, TX

54°Jan58°Feb64°Mar70°Apr77°May83°Jun85°Jul86°Aug81°Sep72°Oct62°Nov56°Dec

Station: HOUSTON PORT · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

90/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety908498
90/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
84/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
98/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$792$3,624
Fees
$1,248$1,836
Total
$2,040$5,460
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

122 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
1,775 grads/yr$48,944
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
864 grads/yr$52,985
Biology, GeneralAssociate's
582 grads/yr$58,846
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, GeneralAssociate's
163 grads/yr
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
153 grads/yr$89,002

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's153 grads$89,002
Engineering Science
Associate's65 grads$80,602
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's75 grads$80,188
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Associate's12 grads$78,980
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Certificate92 grads$75,287
Physical Science Technologies/Technicians
Associate's39 grads$74,124
Mining and Petroleum Technologies/Technicians
Associate's13 grads$73,729
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions
Associate's16 grads$63,664
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Associate's89 grads$62,339
Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians
Associate's28 grads$60,458

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Houston Community College located?

Houston Community College is located in Houston, TX. The main campus address is 3100 Main Street, Houston, TX. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Houston Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Houston Community College charges $792/year for in-state students and $3,624/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $5,460/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Houston Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Houston Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Houston Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($3,624/year out-of-state), campus culture in Houston, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Houston Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Houston Community College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Houston, TX
Size
20,000+
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Hot · 66°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
90/100
Nearest Airport
Houston, TX (HOU) · 9 mialso EFD (16 mi), IAH (17 mi)

Location

Houston, TX

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.