by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Wharton County Junior College worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Wharton County Junior College is ranked #127 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of A+ (top 5% for value). Within Texas, it ranks #9 of 184 for value.
Read the full Wharton County Junior 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.
Wharton County Junior College is ranked #76 out of #201 in Texas for quality and #9 out of #184 for Texas value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Wharton County Junior College financial aid page to be sure.
Wharton County Junior College is ranked #127 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
The quality education Wharton County Junior College provides combined with its relatively low cost makes this school a great value.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Wharton County Junior College costs about $8,727. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $34,907 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $11,434 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $4,666 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $8,727 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $34,907 |
*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 Wharton County Junior 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 Wharton County Junior 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 | $45,736 | — | — |
| All Students | $34,907 | #127 | A+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $18,664 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $45,736 | — | — |
| All Students | $34,907 | #9 | A- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $18,664 | — | — |
*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 Wharton County Junior College shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $2,465 |
| $30K–$48K | $2,553 |
| $48K–$75K | $5,857 |
| $75K–$110K | $8,962 |
| Over $110K | $9,925 |
About 40% of Wharton County Junior College undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $5,580 per year. Get more details on the Wharton County Junior 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 Wharton County Junior College net price page for the cost detail.
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