by our College Data Analytics TeamHome to about 3,674 undergraduates in 2020, Howard College is a small, public college located in Big Spring, Texas. This is a great opportunity for those who would thrive in a charming, small-town atmosphere. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by Howard College can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our Howard College Guide to Distance and Online Learning.
For more information on policies and accommodations that the college provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit Howard College Disability Services.
While not a "service academy", Howard College does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. For more information on policies related to veterans, you can visit Howard College Veteran Services . For more information, check out our Howard College for Veterans Guide.
For students with young families, Howard College does offer some day care. Programs like this are often in very high demand, so be sure to inquire as soon as you can.
Howard College offers on-campus housing, but freshmen are not required to take advantage of it.
* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.
Howard College has a comparatively small, student body. There were 3,674 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 1,001 (27.2%). Part-time attendance was 2,673 (72.8%).
| Full-time | Part-time | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1,001 | 2,673 | 3,674 |
Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, Howard College is less diverse than average in terms of overall diversity. We rank Howard College #2169 out of 3,451.
The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.
You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at Howard College by looking closer at the ethnic, gender, age, and geographic diversity metrics from the Howard College Diversity Guide.
Howard College has a total of 108 student athletes, 65 men and 43 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.
| Total Revenue (all teams) | $1,659,163 |
| Total Expenses (all teams) | $1,659,163 |
| Net | $0 |
For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Howard College Athletics