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Howard College

Also known as: Howard County Junior College

1001 Birdwell Lane, Big Spring, TX 79720
$5,170
Out-of-State Tuition
In-state: $2,310

At a Glance

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$2,310
In-State Tuition
+$260 fees
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$5,170
Out-of-State Tuition
+$260 fees
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Room & Board
19 meals/week
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🌊 Campus Lifestyle

⛷️ Nearby Ski Resorts

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359 mi away
560 skiable acres7 lifts
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382 mi away
209 skiable acres7 lifts
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Enchanted Forest Ski Area

New Mexico

382 mi away
600 skiable acres0 lifts

🌑️ Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals Β· Big Spring, TX

45Β°Jan49Β°Feb57Β°Mar65Β°Apr73Β°May81Β°Jun84Β°Jul83Β°Aug76Β°Sep66Β°Oct54Β°Nov46Β°Dec

Station: BIG SPRING Β· Source: NOAA NCEI

πŸ’° Cost Breakdown

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

Cost ItemIn-StateOut-of-State
Tuition$2,310$5,170
Fees$260$260
Total Estimated Cost$2,570$5,430
Meal Plan: 19 meals/week

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

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πŸ“š Fields of Study

51 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
111 grads/yr$35,922
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
70 grads/yr$65,148
Business/Commerce, GeneralAssociate's
65 grads/yr$42,806
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming ServicesCertificate
43 grads/yr$22,382
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsCertificate
43 grads/yr

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

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's70 grads$65,148
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate25 grads$59,256
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's26 grads$55,056
Business/Commerce, General
Associate's65 grads$42,806
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's111 grads$35,922
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's22 grads$32,965
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Certificate43 grads$22,382
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Certificate43 grads
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
Associate's39 grads
Construction Engineering Technologies
Certificate33 grads

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Howard College located?

Howard College is located in Big Spring, TX. The main campus address is 1001 Birdwell Lane, Big Spring, TX. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Howard College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Howard College charges $2,310/year for in-state students and $5,170/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $5,430/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost β€” use Howard College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Howard College the right fit for me?

Whether Howard College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($5,170/year out-of-state), campus culture in Big Spring, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Howard College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Big Spring, TX
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
🌀️ Warm · 59°F avg

Location

Big Spring, TX

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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. Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.