Financial Aid
Understand the full cost picture at Southwest Texas College, including tuition, financial aid, and net price information.
In-State Tuition and Fees
$4,326
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees
$6,294
Average Net Price
$7,037
Price Difference
-$2,711
Avg. financial aid
Tuition & Fees
Annual published tuition and required fees for residents of TX
Annual published tuition and required fees for non-residents
Average amount students pay after grants and scholarships
Tuition at Southwest Texas College runs $4,326 annually — an accessible price point for many students. Financial aid brings the average net price down to $7,037.
Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
For the lowest-income students, Southwest Texas College charges an average net price of $6,755 per year after financial aid is applied.
$0 - $30,000
$6,755
$30,001 - $48,000
$7,765
$48,001 - $75,000
$9,518
$75,001 - $110,000
$11,974
Over $110,000
$13,579
Financial Aid Overview (2022-23)
An impressive 85% of first-time, full-time undergraduates at Southwest Texas College benefit from grant or scholarship funding. Review the full breakdown below.
Students Receiving Any Financial Aid
567 of 656 students
Grants & Scholarships
Recipients
558 (85%)
Average Award
$6,389
Federal Pell Grants
Recipients
525 (80%)
Average Award
$6,114
Aid by Source
State & Local Grants
101 recipients (15%)
$1,460 avg
Institutional Grants
214 recipients (33%)
$831 avg
Student Loans (2022-23)
Only 3% of undergraduates at Southwest Texas College take out federal student loans, with an average loan of $5,627. This low borrowing rate suggests students are finding other ways to cover costs.
Total Borrowers
196
3% of students
Average Loan Amount
$5,627
Financial Aid Resources
Net Price Calculator
Estimate your actual cost after financial aid
Financial Aid Office
Learn about available aid programs and apply
FAFSA Information
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid to qualify for grants, loans, and work-study programs.
Apply for FAFSA →Payment Plans Available
Paying for school doesn't have to happen all at once. Southwest Texas College and similar institutions often provide flexible payment arrangements, including:
- Monthly payment plans
- Deferred payment options
- Employer tuition assistance programs
Quick Links
Need Help?
Contact the financial aid office for personalized assistance with:
- Scholarship opportunities
- Grant eligibility
- Work-study programs
- Payment plan options
Phone
8302784401Federal School Codes
Use these codes when applying for federal financial aid