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Vernon College

Vernon, TX·Public·www.vernoncollege.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

Vernon College is a public community college in Vernon, TX. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 94/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Vernon College is a public community college in Vernon, TX. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 94/100 (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)
$1,440
In-State Tuition
+$2,280 fees
$3,840
Out-of-State Tuition
+$2,280 fees
$6,320
Room & Board
15 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

532 miles

Mt. Crescent Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

57°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

532 mi away
50 skiable acres2 lifts
666 mi away
831 mi away
35 skiable acres6 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Vernon, TX

42°Jan45°Feb54°Mar62°Apr72°May81°Jun85°Jul84°Aug76°Sep65°Oct52°Nov43°Dec

Station: VERNON · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

94/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety10010069
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
69/100
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
$1,440$3,840
Fees
$2,280$2,280
Room & Board
$6,320$6,320
Total
$10,040$12,440
In-StateOut-of-State
Meal Plan: 15 meals/week

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

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Fields of Study

48 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesCertificate
136 grads/yr
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
118 grads/yr$43,197
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
76 grads/yr$81,046
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
51 grads/yr$60,891
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming ServicesCertificate
34 grads/yr$21,410

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

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's76 grads$81,046
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate51 grads$60,891
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Certificate5 grads$47,781
Precision Metal Working
Associate's4 grads$47,552
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's118 grads$43,197
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Certificate34 grads$21,410
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Certificate136 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Certificate23 grads
Precision Metal Working
Certificate21 grads
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Certificate13 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 Vernon College located?

Vernon College is located in Vernon, TX. The main campus address is 4400 College Dr., Vernon, TX. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Vernon College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Vernon College charges $1,440/year for in-state students and $3,840/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($6,320/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $6,120/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Vernon College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Vernon College the right fit for me?

Whether Vernon College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($3,840/year out-of-state), campus culture in Vernon, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Vernon College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Vernon, TX
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 57°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
94/100
Nearest Airport
Altus, OK (LTS) · 35 mialso SPS (49 mi), CDS (59 mi)

Location

Vernon, 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.