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North Central Texas College

Gainesville, TX·Public·https://www.nctc.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

North Central Texas College is a public community college in Gainesville, TX. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 91/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

North Central Texas College is a public community college in Gainesville, TX. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 91/100 (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)
$1,368
In-State Tuition
+$1,032 fees
$4,944
Out-of-State Tuition
+$2,136 fees
$5,022
Room & Board
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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

5,000–9,999

Town setting

Ski Access

422 miles

Snow Creek Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

57°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

422 mi away
30 skiable acres6 lifts
540 mi away
50 skiable acres2 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Gainesville, TX

42°Jan47°Feb54°Mar62°Apr70°May79°Jun83°Jul83°Aug76°Sep65°Oct53°Nov44°Dec

Station: GAINESVILLE 5 ENE · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

91/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety9610068
96/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
68/100
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
$1,368$4,944
Fees
$1,032$2,136
Room & Board
$5,022$5,022
Total
$7,422$12,102
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

40 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
833 grads/yr$46,319
Fire ProtectionCertificate
87 grads/yr$59,766
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
84 grads/yr$52,768
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
81 grads/yr$82,081
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming ServicesCertificate
77 grads/yr$28,796

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

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's81 grads$82,081
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Certificate18 grads$73,811
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's32 grads$68,343
Fire Protection
Certificate87 grads$59,766
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's23 grads$55,451
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate84 grads$52,768
Information Science/Studies
Associate's23 grads$49,136
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's8 grads$47,644
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's833 grads$46,319
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Associate's43 grads$45,900

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 North Central Texas College located?

North Central Texas College is located in Gainesville, TX. The main campus address is 1525 W California Street, Gainesville, TX. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend North Central Texas College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, North Central Texas College charges $1,368/year for in-state students and $4,944/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($5,022/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $12,102/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use North Central Texas College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is North Central Texas College the right fit for me?

Whether North Central Texas College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($4,944/year out-of-state), campus culture in Gainesville, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh North Central Texas College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Gainesville, TX
Size
5,000–9,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 57°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
91/100
Nearest Airport
Denison, TX (PNX) · 29 mialso AFW (44 mi), DUA (50 mi)

Location

Gainesville, 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.