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Howard College

Big Spring, TX·Public·https://www.howardcollege.edu/

Campus Identity

Howard College is a public community college in Big Spring, TX. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 83/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Howard College is a public community college in Big Spring, TX. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 83/100 (Pretty 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)
$2,310
In-State Tuition
+$260 fees
$5,170
Out-of-State Tuition
+$260 fees
$6,064
Room & Board
19 meals/week
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Town setting

Ski Access

359 miles

Angel Fire Resort

Weather

Warm Climate

59°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

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

New Mexico

382 mi away
600 skiable acres0 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Big Spring, TX

45°Jan49°Feb57°Mar65°Apr73°May81°Jun84°Jul83°Aug76°Sep66°Oct54°Nov46°Dec

Station: BIG SPRING · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

83/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety939149
93/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
91/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
49/100
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
$2,310$5,170
Fees
$260$260
Room & Board
$6,064$6,064
Total
$8,634$11,494
In-StateOut-of-State
Meal Plan: 19 meals/week

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

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Fields of Study

53 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
94 grads/yr$50,103
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
69 grads/yr$88,935
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming ServicesCertificate
68 grads/yr$23,568
Business/Commerce, GeneralAssociate's
58 grads/yr$45,139
Health/Medical Preparatory ProgramsAssociate's
44 grads/yr$49,287

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

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's69 grads$88,935
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate41 grads$77,012
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's30 grads$75,720
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Associate's12 grads$70,345
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Certificate12 grads$70,141
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Certificate$68,723
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's94 grads$50,103
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
Associate's44 grads$49,287
Business/Commerce, General
Associate's58 grads$45,139
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's22 grads$45,025

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 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 ($6,064/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $5,430/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — 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.

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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
On Campus Safety Score
83/100
Nearest Airport
Midland, TX (MAF) · 49 mialso SJT (83 mi), DYS (94 mi)

Location

Big Spring, 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.