by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Amarillo College worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Amarillo College is ranked #261 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of A (top 10% for value). Within Texas, it ranks #20 of 184 for value.
Read the full Amarillo College value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Amarillo College is ranked #88 out of #201 in Texas for quality and #20 out of #184 for Texas value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Amarillo College financial aid page to be sure.
Amarillo College is ranked #261 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Compared to its peers, Amarillo College is underpriced for the quality of education it provides, earning it a great value recognition.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Amarillo College costs about $6,969. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $27,877 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $10,835 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $4,600 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $6,969 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $27,877 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Amarillo College net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Amarillo College degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $43,340 | — | — |
| All Students | $27,877 | #261 | A |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $18,400 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $43,340 | — | — |
| All Students | $27,877 | #20 | A |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $18,400 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Amarillo College shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $5,289 |
| $30K–$48K | $5,674 |
| $48K–$75K | $7,796 |
| $75K–$110K | $8,927 |
| Over $110K | $9,662 |
About 62% of Amarillo College undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $4,701 per year. Get more details on the Amarillo College financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Amarillo College net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.