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Southern Careers Institute-Waco

Waco, Texas Β· City: MidsizeOfficial Website β†—

#1774
Nationally
#111
In Texas
205
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
52/100
Good
#1774 nationally
#111 in Texas
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes50
πŸ’°Affordability61
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth41

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Southern Careers Institute-Waco is a private for-profit two-year community college located in Waco, Texas. The college enrolls approximately 205 undergraduate students. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $20,196 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution.

Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$20,196
$30,001 – $48,000$19,706
$48,001 – $75,000$20,721
$75,001 – $110,000$21,345
Over $110,000$23,980
Student Body
205
Total Undergrads
80% F / 20% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 24%
Hispanic 34%
Black 30%
Asian 1%
Two or more 2%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Small campus environment (205 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Net price for families earning under $30K is $20,196/yr β€” explore all aid options before applying
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPrivate For-Profit
LocationWaco, Texas
SettingCity: Midsize
SizeUnder 1,000
Affordability Spotlight
$20,196
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#111
in Texas out of 7+ colleges
#1774
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.