by our College Data Analytics TeamHere are the current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees at Ranger College, plus how they compare to other colleges and a forward projection.
For the most recent year on record, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Ranger College stood at $6,966 annually. Out-of-state undergraduates were charged $9,066. In-state students receive a meaningful discount here.
Of those figures, the required fees came to $1,566 in-state and $1,566 out-of-state; the remainder is straight tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,400 | $7,500 |
| Fees | $1,566 | $1,566 |
| Total | $6,966 | $9,066 |
The figures above are for a single year of attendance and do not include room and board.
Keep in mind that many students qualify for financial aid and scholarships that bring down the real cost they pay. The figures here are the published sticker price.
What will Ranger College charge if you go part time? Check the Cost Per Credit Hour page for the breakdown.
For perspective, here is how Ranger College costs compare against other schools. Each label reflects how the school sits versus the average of that group.
| Nationwide | In TX | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
Compared to colleges across the country, Ranger College sits below the national average.
Remember that a school can look pricey on sticker price alone yet be a better deal after financial aid. See the Ranger College Financial Aid page to learn more.
Below is how tuition at Ranger College has shifted over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $3,600 | $5,250 |
| Two Years Ago | $3,600 | $5,700 |
| One Year Ago | $3,900 | $6,150 |
| Most Recent Year | $5,400 | $7,500 |
Below, the chart plots how tuition at Ranger College has tracked over the reported years.
From the prior year, out-of-state tuition climbed 22.0%. Projecting that pace ahead one year puts tuition + fees around $11,056 for the upcoming year.
Most schools raise tuition gradually each year, so the cost in your final year will likely top today’s number.
Browse answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for the full rundown.
In-state tuition and fees rose at an average annual pace of 6.62%, which puts the in-state figure next year near $7,427. Out-of-state tuition and fees grew on average by 7.08%, so next year out-of-state students could pay around $9,707.
Carrying that rate forward, here is the projected tuition and fees for the next five years:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $7,427 | $9,707 |
| In 2 Years | $7,918 | $10,394 |
| In 3 Years | $8,442 | $11,130 |
| In 4 Years | $9,000 | $11,918 |
| In 5 Years | $9,595 | $12,761 |
As you plan how to pay for college, fold in expected yearly increases — at this pace, four years of out-of-state tuition and fees projects to about $43,149, compared with about $32,787 for in-state students.
Tuition is only one piece of the cost picture — scholarships and aid frequently cut what families actually pay.
To learn about financial aid at Ranger College, visit the Ranger College Financial Aid page.
