Amarillo College
Amarillo College (AC) is located in Amarillo, Texas. AC is a two-year community college that was established back in 1929. This school has grown substantially over time and it now serves more than 11,000 students. There are many associate’s degrees to be earned at this school as well as some certificates. The school even offers those in the community various workforce development and continuing education opportunities. Graduates of AC go on to find professional success and the school has produced respected professionals in various fields.
The AC nursing program is a very popular area of study. Students can earn associate’s degrees in nursing or vocational nursing certificates at this school. The vocational certificate will impart all of the necessary knowledge for a student to become a licensed vocational nurse (LVN). The associate’s degree program is designed to prepare students to become skilled registered nurses. AC has a nursing resource center that allows nursing students to hone their skills in a hospital-like setting. There is a clinical simulation laboratory within this facility that will give students unique training opportunities. There are various clinical experiences at local hospitals and healthcare agencies that are part of the curriculum as well. This nursing program is approved by the Texas Board of Nursing. The ADN program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleMidsize City |
| Number of Students10,259 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio21:1 |
| Is Admission OpenYes |
| Religious Affiliation - |
| Level2-year |
| TypePublic |
| On Campus Housing- |
| Retention Rate76% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Associate's degree | 12 | 137 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 0 | 2 |
| Certificate | 0 | 3 |
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160 miles away |
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Western Texas College
181 miles away |
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New Mexico Junior College
184 miles away |
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Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
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Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges 01/01/1933 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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Nursing (ADNUR) - Associate degree programs ACEN 04/01/1971 - Current |
Admission
100%
Acceptance RateCost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
| Undergrad courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $89/credit | |
| In State Students | $132/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $196/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | - | |
| In State Students | - | |
| Out of State Students | - | |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
| Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN | 45 | $4,005 | $5,940 | $8,820 |
| ADN | 70 | $6,230 | $9,240 | $13,720 |
| BSN | 125 | $11,125 | $16,500 | $24,500 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 77% of Amarillo College's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 61% | $4,297 |
| Other Federal Grant | 1% | $800 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 10% | $2,338 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 14% | $1,567 |
| Federal Student Loans | 14% | $5,611 |
| Private Loans | -- | $5,500 |
$4,089
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$2,960 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$3,926 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$5,376 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$7,436 |
| Over $110,000$7,898 |
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Student Population
10,259
Undergrads
0
Graduates
6,523
Women
3,736
Men
29%
Full-time
71%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
|
White |
47% |
|
Hispanic |
41% |
|
Black/African American |
5% |
|
Asian |
3% |
|
Two or more races |
2% |
|
Race/ethnicity unknown |
1% |
|
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
|
Non-resident alien |
0% |
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and Texas state board of nursing.
