Is Western Texas College worth it?
Western Texas College is a public, two-year institution in Snyder, Texas (small town). It awarded 473 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in liberal arts and sciences, computer and information sciences and electrical and power transmission installation.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$37,135
Median earnings 4 years after
$47,279
Median earnings 10 years after
$42,508
Average net price
$3,562
Completion rate
53%
Completions (2024)
473
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
599
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Undergraduate certificate | $68,077 | N/A | 22 |
| Agriculture, General | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Agricultural Business and Management | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Agricultural Business and Management | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Communication and Media Studies | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Journalism | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Engineering, General | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Mining and Petroleum Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Mining and Petroleum Technologies/Technicians | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 257 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 26 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installation/Installer, General | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 26 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Associate | 21 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General | Associate | 18 |
| Plant Nursery Operations and Management | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 15 |
| Turf and Turfgrass Management | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 14 |
| Applied Horticulture/Horticulture Operations, General | Associate | 13 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 13 |
| Human Development and Family Studies, General | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 11 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 16% | 431 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 10% | 282 |
| Educational Services | 10% | 270 |
| Retail Trade | 9% | 250 |
| Public Administration | 7% | 196 |
| Manufacturing | 6% | 171 |
| Construction | 6% | 161 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 137 |
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Sources: federal figures for Western Texas College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Texas. Counts under 10 are not published.
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