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Odessa College

Odessa, TX·Public·www.odessa.edu/

Campus Identity

Odessa College is a public college in Odessa, TX. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 81/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Odessa College is a public college in Odessa, TX. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 81/100 (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)
$1,728
In-State Tuition
+$552 fees
$3,849
Out-of-State Tuition
+$552 fees
$6,930
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

5,000–9,999

Urban setting

Ski Access

208 miles

Ski Cloudcroft

Weather

Warm Climate

59°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Ski Cloudcroft

New Mexico

208 mi away
225 mi away
750 skiable acres11 lifts
Ski Santa Fe

New Mexico

332 mi away
660 skiable acres7 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Odessa, TX

45°Jan49°Feb57°Mar65°Apr74°May81°Jun82°Jul81°Aug74°Sep65°Oct54°Nov46°Dec

Station: ODESSA · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

81/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety779175
77/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
91/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
75/100
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
$1,728$3,849
Fees
$552$552
Room & Board
$6,930$6,930
Total
$9,210$11,331
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

73 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
422 grads/yr$47,014
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
165 grads/yr$54,586
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsAssociate's
111 grads/yr$49,754
Business Operations Support and Assistant ServicesCertificate
97 grads/yr
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/TechniciansCertificate
92 grads/yr

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

Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Certificate70 grads$123,772
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's64 grads$80,404
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's31 grads$78,169
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate59 grads$65,312
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's165 grads$54,586
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Associate's5 grads$53,344
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Associate's111 grads$49,754
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's422 grads$47,014
Legal Support Services
Certificate8 grads$33,739
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services
Certificate97 grads

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 Odessa College located?

Odessa College is located in Odessa, TX. The main campus address is 201 W University Blvd, Odessa, TX. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Odessa College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Odessa College charges $1,728/year for in-state students and $3,849/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($6,930/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $11,331/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Odessa College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Odessa College the right fit for me?

Whether Odessa College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($3,849/year out-of-state), campus culture in Odessa, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Odessa College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Odessa, TX
Size
5,000–9,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Bachelor's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 59°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
81/100
Nearest Airport
Midland, TX (MAF) · 12 mialso INK (48 mi), FST (73 mi)

Location

Odessa, 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.