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FINANCIAL AID RATE

58%

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FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$5,400

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Wharton County Junior College

6200 College Ave, Snyder, TX

Wharton County Junior College was founded in 1946 in Wharton, Texas. The school operates three satellite campuses in addition to the main campus in Wharton. These campuses are located in Richmond, Sugarland, and Bay City. WCJC offers quality educational opportunities to its service community and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Wharton County Junior College provides residents with low cost education, career assistance, and community development, and is constantly improving course offerings and facilities to meet the needs of students in a constantly changing environment.

Academics

Wharton County Junior College provides degree, certificate and continuing education programs for its community. Certificate and technical degree programs provide training for careers, allowing graduates to begin immediately. Certificate programs tend to be short than degree programs, with degree programs including general education courses as part of the overall curriculum. Academic programs may cover the first two years of a four year education and allow for transfer into a bachelor's program. 

Some programs offered include:

Admissions and Financial Aid

All applications to Wharton County Junior College are handled through Applytexas.org. To begin the application process students must make an account and submit their application online. Interested students should be 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Financial aid is available for eligible students on a yearly basis in the form of grants, loans and scholarships. Eligibility is reviewed on yearly basis by WCJC.  Students interested in financial aid awards should contact the financial aid office to inquire about eligibility and financial aid options.

Athletics

Wharton County Junior College provides athletic programs at the intercollegiate level. Such programs are offered to encourage students to partake in teamwork, develop discipline, learn to socialize, and to maintain good mental and physical health. The program offerings are limited, but competitive.

Athletic programs offered:

  • Volleyball (Women Only)
  • Rodeo (Men Only)
  • Baseball (Men Only)

Admission Requirements & Details

The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the students Wharton County Junior College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
$4,400

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $4,400. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition & Fees Information

  • Tuition estimates per year:
    • State Residents: $770-$920
    • Out-of-State: $2,000-$2,419
  • Charges per unit:
    • In-State: $32-$38 per unit
    • Out-of-State: $84-$100 per unit

Financial Aid Details

The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.

 Percent of StudentsAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid58%-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships45%$5,072
Receiving Student Loans27%$4,992
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To support students and graduates, Wharton County Junior College may offer services to students like those listed below:

  • Online course work available
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Academic counseling for students

Specialized Programs & Accreditations

  • Dental Hygienist Program
    • * Accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation (since 1971)
  • Radiology Technician Program
    • * Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (since 1984)
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Programs Offered

The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

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Get more information about the programs offered by Wharton County Junior College by clicking the request information to the right.

(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)

  • Biological and Biomedical Sciences

  • Engineering Technology

  • Mathematics and Statistics

  • Visual and Performing Arts

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