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El Centro College
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El Centro College Academics
El Centro College’s main campus, founded in 1966, is located in downtown Dallas, Texas, while the El Centro Bill Priest campus is situated just south of downtown Dallas. The college’s academic programs can be stepping stones for students wanting to transfer to four-year institutions, for continuing education students seeking courses for personal development, high school students looking to receive dual credit for high school completion and college credit, or students interested in earning associate degrees or certificates to take on entry-level positions in the workplace. Whatever the goal, El Centro College has programs for all those goals.
For degree seeking students, El Centro College offers several degrees, including associate in arts, associate of applied science, and associate in science. In addition, El Centro College offers continuing education students courses to enhance their professional skills, as well as distance learning for students seeking a flexible learning environment by taking courses strictly online.
High school students wanting to get a jump start toward higher education can do so with the Dual Credit program offered at El Centro College. This program is designed for juniors and seniors seeking dual credit for high school completion while earning college credit that can count towards a degree at a four-year institution.
El Centro College Admissions
El Centro College is a two-year college which prepares students to transfer to four-year institutions, as well as serves certificate seeking students, continuing education students, high school students, and distance learning students.
To be admitted to the college, students must:
- Complete an application for admission.
- Attend orientation.
- Take an assessment exam.
- Schedule an appointment with an Advisor.
El Centro College Financial Aid
El Centro College offers a variety of financial aid options. Students may be eligible for grants, loans, work-study programs, or scholarships. The school’s website provides detailed descriptions of all financial aid available as well as instructions on how to apply for each type of aid.
To apply for financial aid, students must:
- Show a financial need
- Be a US citizen, or eligible non-citizen
- Not have defaulted on a federal loan
- Show strong academic progress
- Be enrolled at the college, with the purpose of earning a degree or certificate
All qualifying students are required to fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the deadline set by the college. (check the school’s website for all deadlines)
El Centro College Students
El Centro College is a commuter campus which offers students many opportunities to get involved in campus life. There are over 25 student clubs and organizations, including a Writing Club, Student Government, Paralegal Student Association, Student Nursing Association, Chess Club, and more.
Other student services include a campus health center which offers immunizations and general health services, community service projects, disability services, career services, and a computer lab which is opened seven days a week during the regular school year.
El Centro College Athletics
El Centro College offers men’s and women’s intramural sports including basketball, volleyball, and weightlifting.
Information Summary
Ranks 2197th overall and 103rd in Texas
| Overall Score
On StateUniversity.com (about) |
49.6 |
|---|---|
| Total Cost
On-Campus Attendance |
$2,370 |
| Admission
Success rate |
N/A |
| Student Ratio
Ratio of students to faculty |
13 : 1 |
| Retention
(Full-Time / Part-Time) |
54% / 35% |
| Enrollment
Total (all students) |
6,157 |
Demographics – Main Campus and Surrounding Areas
Reported area around or near Dallas, TX 75202-3604
| Surrounding community | Large city (inside urban area, pop. over 250,000) |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,338 (1,338 urban / N/A rural) |
| Households | 441 (1.31 people per house) |
| Families | 80 (2.09 people per family) |
| Pop. — African American | 260 |
| Pop. — Asian | 29 |
| Pop. — Pacific Islander | 4 |
| Pop. — American Indian / Alaskan Native | 28 |
| Pop. — White (incl. Hispanic) | 1,006 |
| Pop. — Other | 84 |
Carnegie Foundation Classification
Associate's — Public Urban-serving Multicampus
| Undergraduate | Associates |
|---|---|
| Graduate | N/A |
| Undergraduate Population | Higher part-time two-year |
| Enrollment | Exclusively undergraduate two-year |
| Size & Setting | Medium two-year |
General Characteristics
| Highest offering | Associate's degree |
|---|---|
| Calendar System | Semester |
| Years of college work required | N/A |
| Variable Tuition |  |
Special Learning Opportunities
| Distance Learning | |
|---|---|
| ROTC — Army / Navy / Air Force |  —
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| Study Abroad | |
| Weekend College | |
| Teacher Certification | |
Student Tuition Costs and Fees
What are the typical tuition costs and fees for attending El Centro College?
Ranks 3971st for total cost of attendance
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT Undergraduate Tuition | $1,170 | $2,160 | $3,450 |
| FT Undergraduate Required Fees | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| PT Undergraduate per Credit Hour | $39 | $72 | $115 |
| FT Graduate Tuition | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| FT Graduate Required Fees | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| PT Graduate per Credit Hour | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total Cost of Attendance — On-Campus | $2,370 | $3,360 | $4,650 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus w/out Family | $13,372 | $14,362 | $15,652 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus with Family | $6,362 | $7,352 | $8,642 |
Student Tuition Cost History and Trends
Three year history and trends on the cost of attending
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published Tuition & Fees | $990  $1,170 |
$1,800  $2,160 |
$2,880  $3,450 |
| Cost (regardless of residency) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $1,200  $1,200 |
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| On-Campus – Room & Board | N/A  N/A |
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| On-Campus – Other Expenses | N/A  N/A |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Room & Board | $6,620  $7,010 |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Other Expenses | $2,580  $3,992 |
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| Off-Campus with Family – Room & Board | $2,580  $3,992 |
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Admission Criteria
What criteria does El Centro College use for admissions?
| Open Admissions | |
|---|---|
| Secondary School GPA / Rank / Record | N/A / N/A / N/A |
| College Prep. Completion | N/A |
| Recommendations | N/A |
| Formal competency demo | N/A |
| Admission test scores | N/A |
| TOEFL | N/A |
| Other tests | N/A |
= Required, 
= Recommended, 
= Neither required nor recommended
Admission Credits Accepted
What types of credits does El Centro College accept?
| Dual Credit | |
|---|---|
| Life Experience | |
| Advanced Placement (AP) | |
Student Services
| Remedial Services | |
|---|---|
| Academic / Career Counseling | |
| PT Cost-defraying Employment | |
| Career Placement | |
| On-Campus Day Care | |
| Library Facility | |
Student Living
| First-time Room / Board Required | |
|---|---|
| Dorm Capacity | N/A |
| Meals per Week | N/A |
| Room Fee | N/A |
| Board Fee | N/A |
Student Financial Aid Details
How many students use Financial Aid, and how much do they use?
El Centro College Ranks 5265th for the average student loan amount.
| Average | Users | % of Attendees | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Grant Aid | $2,640 | 180 |  60% |
| State & Local Grant Aid | $694 | 54 |  18% |
| Institutional Grant Aid | $1,236 | 54 |  18% |
| Student Loan Aid | $150 | 4 |  1% |
| Any financial aid type | 204 |  68% |
Student Enrollment Demographics
How many students are enrolled at El Centro College?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | 34 | 54 | 88 |
Black Non-Hispanic | 530 | 1,512 | 2,042 |
Hispanic | 578 | 1,250 | 1,828 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | 73 | 186 | 259 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | 14 | 17 | 31 |
White Non-Hispanic | 595 | 1,114 | 1,709 |
Race Unknown | 68 | 132 | 200 |
| Total | 1,892 | 4,265 | 6,157 |
Most Popular Fields of Study
The top 5 fields of study completed at El Centro College.
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 | 185 | 221 | |
| 31 | 60 | 91 | |
| 9 | 53 | 62 | |
| 17 | 25 | 42 | |
| 2 | 38 | 40 |
Student Completion / Graduation Demographics
How many students are successful graduates?
Faculty Compensation / Salaries
El Centro College Ranks 1510th for the average full-time faculty salary.
| Tenure system | |
|---|---|
| Average FT Salary | $54,344 ($56,717 male / $53,083 female) |
| Number of FT Faculty | 121 (42 male / 79 female) |
| Number of PT Faculty | 306 |
| FT Faculty Ratio | 0.4 : 1 |
| Total Benefits | $1,226,041 |
El Centro College Summary
The following paragraph provided courtesy of wikipedia.
El Centro College is a community college of the Dallas County Community College District (DCCCD), located at 801 Main Street in downtown Dallas, Texas (USA) across Lamar Street from the Bank of America Plaza. El Centro has a Food Service Program and offers weekly meals to the public.
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11 months ago
Shelondria shelonda8 ((at)) aol dot com
I certainly do not want to be critical of El Centro college because I work with some wonderful people, however, I would want others to be aware that there are many, but not all employees that work in the financial aid office(as you will see when applying) that are very unprofessional, lazy and simply just unhappy. I must say that after realizing that I must make a copy of every scholarship I complete or any other paperwork, being misinformed several times by Samona Griffin (intentionally with witnesses), being a victim of slander as the Director (John Wells) sit by and supported it, I will finally leave those bitter individuals behind. I would advise anyone that this department has been the subject of many complaints by students and it is a worthless battle so if you have to go through this department instead of just registration pray and take a deep breath before you go. Its not about the students because it is a family affair in there. You shall see for yourself. I regret attending this particular campus just for convenience when the environment of the others were much better and professional. This department has become complacent with misinforming, embarrassing, acting immaturely and inappropriately because everything is swept under the rug.Good luck and hold on to your dreams and do not become discouraged by those who obviously are unhappy because they have not purpose. Know that when you know your purpose and who you are, those that don't will feel threatened by you. I hope the district office looks into this and does what is right(defined by policies ) and morally. No student should have to endure any type of mistreatment by any staff at any college when they are attending for the sole purpose of completing higher education. I hope someone with some authority reads this and addressed it because it is a serious problem.