El Paso Community College
El Paso, Texas
About El Paso Community College
A Legacy of Excellence and Innovation
Founded in 1969, El Paso Community College is a 2-year college serving students in El Paso, Texas. With a tradition of academic excellence, El Paso Community College prepares graduates for success in Humanities, Health Professions, Business, and more.
A Diverse Community in El Paso
Students come from across the country and around the world, creating a campus culture rich in perspectives and experiences. With a 47:1 student-faculty ratio, professors know students by name and provide mentorship that extends beyond the classroom.
Commitment to Access and Affordability
El Paso Community College is committed to meeting full demonstrated financial need for admitted students. Families earning less than $30,000 per year typically pay $3,358, and those earning up to $48,000 contribute a portion of their income. This commitment-based policy ensures that talent and drive matter more than bank accounts, opening doors for first-generation and low-income students.
Research That Shapes the World
El Paso Community College emphasizes hands-on learning, internships, and close faculty mentorship. Students gain practical experience through internships, research projects, and co-ops, preparing them for immediate career success or graduate study. The focus on undergraduate teaching means professors prioritize your growth and development.
Outcomes for El Paso Community College students
| First-year retention rate | 64% |
|---|---|
| Median earnings 8 years after enrolling | $31,963 |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $35,212 |
| Median debt at graduation | $6,566 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Students at El Paso Community College
| Total enrollment | 25,567 |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate students | 25,567 |
| International students | 1% |
| First-generation students | 49% |
What you can study at El Paso Community College
119 programs, most of them in these fields:
Health Professions (24)
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician, Dental Assisting/Assistant, Dental Hygiene/Hygienist, and more
Business Management Marketing Support (13)
Accounting, Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General, Advertising, and more
Homeland Security Law Enforcement (9)
Corrections, Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other, Criminal Justice/Police Science, and more
Visual and Performing Arts (8)
Art/Art Studies, General, Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Commercial and Advertising Art, and more
Computer Information Sciences (7)
Computer and Information Sciences, General, Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance, Computer Programming/Programmer, General, and more
Engineering Technologies (7)
CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician, Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General, Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician, and more
Engineering (5)
Civil Engineering, General, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Engineering, General, and more
Personal and Culinary Services (5)
Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef, Cooking and Related Culinary Arts, General, Culinary Arts/Chef Training, and more
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