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McLennan Community College

Waco, TX·Public·www.mclennan.edu/

Campus Identity

McLennan Community College is a public community college in Waco, TX. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 90/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

McLennan Community College is a public community college in Waco, TX. 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)
$3,180
In-State Tuition
+$480 fees
$5,430
Out-of-State Tuition
+$480 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

5,000–9,999

Urban setting

Ski Access

558 miles

Snow Creek Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

61°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

558 mi away
30 skiable acres6 lifts
679 mi away
50 skiable acres2 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Waco, TX

47°Jan51°Feb58°Mar65°Apr74°May81°Jun85°Jul85°Aug78°Sep68°Oct57°Nov49°Dec

Station: WACO DAM · 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 SceneSafety969076
96/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
90/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
76/100
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
$3,180$5,430
Fees
$480$480
Total
$3,660$5,910
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

71 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
695 grads/yr$44,160
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
78 grads/yr$79,438
Health and Medical Administrative ServicesCertificate
75 grads/yr
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming ServicesCertificate
68 grads/yr$23,336
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied ProfessionsCertificate
58 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's78 grads$79,438
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's52 grads$70,400
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate17 grads$59,923
Fire Protection
Certificate39 grads$55,259
Business/Commerce, General
Associate's13 grads$46,510
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's53 grads$44,939
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's695 grads$44,160
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Associate's29 grads$41,724
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Associate's44 grads$40,644
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Certificate20 grads$34,626

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 McLennan Community College located?

McLennan Community College is located in Waco, TX. The main campus address is 1400 College Dr, Waco, TX. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend McLennan Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, McLennan Community College charges $3,180/year for in-state students and $5,430/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $5,910/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use McLennan Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is McLennan Community College the right fit for me?

Whether McLennan Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($5,430/year out-of-state), campus culture in Waco, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh McLennan Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Waco, TX
Size
5,000–9,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 61°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
90/100
Nearest Airport
Waco, TX (ACT) · 4 mialso TPL (33 mi), GRK (53 mi)

Location

Waco, 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.