Southwest Texas College

  • 2 Year
  • Uvalde, TX
  • 2.0 1 review

Overview

Total enrollment

6,525
Southwest Texas College overview
Southwest Texas College overview
  • Size Mid-size
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing Yes
  • Level of Study Undergrad

Southwest Texas Junior College is located in Uvalde, Texas, approximately 80 miles west of San Antonio in the Texas Hill Country region. The two-year public institution serves an eleven-county area through its main campus in Uvalde and additional satellite locations in Del Rio, Eagle Pass, and Crystal City. Established in 1946, SWTJC operates as an open-enrollment community college offering associate degrees and certificate programs, with notable programs in law enforcement, wildlife management, and technical trades. The main campus features modern classroom facilities and student housing options, while maintaining partnerships with four-year institutions to facilitate transfer pathways for students seeking bachelor's degrees.

Admissions

Admission Requirements

Open Admission

Annual Cost to Attend

In District Resident Tuition

$2,646

Texas Resident Tuition

$4,326

Breakdown

In District Costs for Southwest Texas College
  • Tuition $2,646
  • Books and Supplies $1,929
  • Other Fees $1,086
  • Room and Board $6,400
  • Other Expenses Budget $5,787
  • Total One Year Cost $17,848

Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$33,200 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

Data Not Available

Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Southwest Texas College are Liberal Arts and Humanities, Health Professions, and Mechanic and Repair Technologies. 49% of students major in Liberal Arts and Humanities, 14% in Health Professions, and 13% in Mechanic and Repair Technologies.

  • Liberal Arts and Humanities 49%
  • Health Professions 14%
  • Mechanic and Repair Technologies 13%
  • Precision Production Trades 4%
  • Business 4%

Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=228316.

GPA calculator: Southwest Texas College GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026