Vernon College is a public 2-year college in Vernon, Texas with 2,113 undergraduates. It has open admission, costs an average of $6,621 a year after grants and graduates 27% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Vernon College acceptance rate and admissions
Vernon 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.
Vernon College tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $3,720 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $6,120 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $6,496 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $14,388 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $6,621 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $6,621 a year after grants and scholarships, $7,767 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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Vernon College graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 27% of first-time, full-time students finished within three years (students who started in 2022).
- Former students earned a median of $45,530 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $12,905 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 28% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Trade and career programs at Vernon 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN and CNA | Certificate | 95 | $44,072 | $60,891 | $11,000 |
| Cosmetology and barbering | Certificate | 36 | $25,890 | $21,410 | $4,655 |
| Welding | Certificate | 25 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Associate degree | 16 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Certificate | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Massage therapy | Certificate | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Certificate | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Culinary arts | Certificate | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Paralegal | Certificate | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Dental assisting and hygiene | Certificate | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Welding | Associate degree | 2 | n/a | $47,552 | n/a |
| Electrician | Associate degree | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Electrician | Certificate | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical billing and coding | Certificate | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical billing and coding | Associate degree | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Certificate | 0 | n/a | $47,781 | n/a |
Students and location
- 2,113 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 64% women, 36% men
- 15 students for every faculty member
- Setting: remote town
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
Is it hard to get into Vernon College?
No. Vernon College has open admission for students with a high school diploma or equivalent. Some programs may have extra requirements.
How much does Vernon College cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $3,720 for in-state students and $6,120 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $6,621 a year in 2024-25.
What is the graduation rate at Vernon College?
27% of first-time, full-time students finished within three years.
How much do Vernon College graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $45,530 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.