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Palo Alto College

San Antonio, TX · City · 8,801 students
4
Year
Public
City
Medium (3k–10k)
Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
About

Palo Alto College, a vibrant Hispanic-Serving Institution in South San Antonio and part of the Alamo Colleges District, is nationally recognized for its seamless transfer pathways to four-year universities and high-impact career training. The college is particularly renowned for its standout Veterinary Technology, Agriculture, and Logistics programs, which offer immersive, hands-on learning in specialized on-campus facilities. Set within a striking campus featuring traditional Mexican hacienda-style architecture, student life centers on a supportive, culturally rich, and tight-knit community. Recognized nationally as an Aspen Prize finalist for community college excellence, Palo Alto College stands out for its exceptional student retention and deep commitment to regional workforce development.


Wikipedia:Palo Alto College is a public community college in San Antonio, Texas. It is one of five separately accredited colleges in the Alamo Colleges District.

Location
San Antonio, TX, 78224-2499 · City campus
Nearest airport from college
SAT · San Antonio
15 mi away
Cost
In-state COA
$11,946
Out-of-state COA
$18,486
Avg net price
$4,463
In-state tuition
$3,412
Out-of-state tuition
$9,952
Books & supplies
$500/yr
Average net price by family income
$0–30k
$3,680
$30–48k
$4,373
$48–75k
$6,248
$75–110k
$7,376
$110k+
$5,201
Admissions

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Essay Requirements

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Outcomes
Graduation rate
33%
Transfer-out rate
12%
8-year outcomes
Graduated
39%
Transferred
16%
Still enrolled
1%
Dropped out / unknown
45%
Median earnings (6yr)
$33,233
Median earnings (10yr)
$37,448
Median debt
$13,393
Monthly loan payment
$142
Debt range (25th–75th)
$3,000$10,950
Debt (90th percentile)
$21,000
Student Body
Men 37%Women 63%
31
:
1
Student : Faculty ratio
Students   Faculty
Pell grant recipients
27%
First-generation
64%
Median family income
$22,304
Independent students
30%
Veterans
1%
Avg age at entry
22.0
Part-time students
79%
Race & ethnicity
White
12%
Hispanic
77%
Black
6%
Asian
1%
Two or more
3%
Unknown
1%
Institutional
Undergraduate profile
Two-year, mostly part-time
Full-time faculty
50%
Avg faculty salary
$7,853/mo
Instructional spend/student
$6,156
Federal loan rate
2%

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