San Jacinto Community College is a public 2-year college in Pasadena, Texas with 22,969 undergraduates. It has open admission, costs an average of $1,807 a year after grants and graduates 29% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
San Jacinto Community College acceptance rate and admissions
San Jacinto Community College has open admission: it admits students with a high school diploma or equivalent. Some programs, such as nursing or other health fields, can have their own entry requirements.
San Jacinto Community College tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $2,490 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $6,690 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $10,665 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $1,807 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $1,807 a year after grants and scholarships, $8,858 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
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San Jacinto Community College graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 29% of first-time, full-time students finished within three years (students who started in 2022).
- Former students earned a median of $47,048 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $9,235 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 20% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
San Jacinto Community College majors and what graduates earn
San Jacinto Community College awarded bachelor's degrees in 1 fields recently.
All 1 majors at San Jacinto Community College
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | 18 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Trade and career programs at San Jacinto Community College
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welding | Certificate | 325 | $35,480 | $51,392 | n/a |
| Cosmetology and barbering | Certificate | 291 | $20,349 | $22,973 | $7,802 |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Associate degree | 215 | $61,606 | $71,782 | $8,305 |
| Medical assistant | Certificate | 126 | $34,918 | $35,814 | n/a |
| Electrician | Certificate | 109 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Certificate | 101 | $53,522 | $49,413 | n/a |
| HVAC | Certificate | 99 | n/a | $54,160 | n/a |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Associate degree | 68 | $47,171 | $61,487 | n/a |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Certificate | 59 | $82,285 | $80,161 | n/a |
| Medical billing and coding | Certificate | 56 | $36,249 | $45,568 | n/a |
| LPN and CNA | Certificate | 56 | $55,597 | $70,986 | n/a |
| Plumbing | Certificate | 49 | n/a | $58,668 | n/a |
| Paralegal | Associate degree | 37 | $42,130 | $44,805 | n/a |
| Massage therapy | Certificate | 30 | $19,596 | $25,446 | n/a |
| Culinary arts | Associate degree | 27 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Welding | Associate degree | 27 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Phlebotomy and medical lab | Associate degree | 27 | $53,085 | n/a | n/a |
| Culinary arts | Certificate | 25 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Associate degree | 25 | $53,376 | $53,546 | n/a |
| Electrician | Associate degree | 24 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical billing and coding | Associate degree | 18 | $40,256 | $41,445 | n/a |
| HVAC | Associate degree | 15 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Cosmetology and barbering | Associate degree | 6 | $17,376 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 22,969 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 60% women, 40% men
- 24 students for every faculty member
- Setting: midsize city
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
Is it hard to get into San Jacinto Community College?
No. San Jacinto Community College has open admission for students with a high school diploma or equivalent. Some programs may have extra requirements.
How much does San Jacinto Community College cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $2,490 for in-state students and $6,690 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $1,807 a year in 2024-25.
What is the graduation rate at San Jacinto Community College?
29% of first-time, full-time students finished within three years.
How much do San Jacinto Community College graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $47,048 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.