Is Wharton County Junior College worth it?
Wharton County Junior College is a public, two-year institution in Wharton, Texas (small town). It awarded 1,505 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in general studies, chemical technology and business.
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Federal context for Wharton County Junior College
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Median earnings 1 year after
$36,205
Median earnings 4 years after
$54,510
Median earnings 10 years after
$44,960
Average net price
$4,666
Completion rate
27%
Completions (2024)
1,505
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
4,585
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Undergraduate certificate | $55,919 | $59,794 | 57 |
| Physical Science Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $45,277 | $88,882 | 36 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $27,148 | $44,877 | 33 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $19,087 | $22,910 | 30 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $78,791 | $84,512 | 24 |
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate certificate | $28,408 | $38,674 | 23 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Undergraduate certificate | $32,414 | $41,266 | 21 |
| Business/Commerce, General | Associate | $29,619 | $41,799 | 20 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate certificate | $48,326 | $55,179 | 16 |
| Agricultural Business and Management | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Graphic Communications | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer Science | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer Software and Media Applications | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer Software and Media Applications | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies | Associate | 699 |
| Business/Commerce, General | Associate | 156 |
| Chemical Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 136 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 57 |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 55 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 47 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 33 |
| Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 29 |
| Dental Hygiene/Hygienist | Associate | 28 |
| Chemical Technology/Technician | Associate | 23 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 30% | 2,986 |
| Retail Trade | 11% | 1,042 |
| Public Administration | 10% | 1,034 |
| Manufacturing | 8% | 820 |
| Construction | 6% | 564 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 5% | 530 |
| Educational Services | 5% | 507 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 5% | 467 |
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Sources: federal figures for Wharton County Junior 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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