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Paris Junior College
Paris, Texas · Public community college
Address: 2400 Clarksville St, Paris, TX 75460 · Phone: (903) 785-7661 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Paris Junior College is a public trade school in Paris, Texas offering welding, LPN/LVN, and HVAC programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Paris Junior College has a 37.7% completion rate, below the state average of 63.5%, with median graduate debt of $5,342 and median earnings of $36,515 ten years after entry.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Paris Junior College; the school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and about 25.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,380 | $53,340 | $64,770 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $48,910 | $62,240 | $68,410 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $38,100 | $57,760 | $69,860 |
| Medical records specialists | $34,440 | $48,860 | $63,970 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $48,550 | $78,630 | $93,830 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $30,320 | $37,260 | $44,240 |
| Electricians | $37,920 | $58,570 | $71,130 |
| Surgical technologists | $39,950 | $65,220 | $80,790 |
| Nursing assistants | $30,620 | $37,500 | $43,070 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,580 | $30,680 | $47,180 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Texas (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 222 | not reported | $24,325 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 49 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 38 | not reported | $16,478 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 16 | not reported | $37,208 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | $37,208 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | $16,478 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | $37,208 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Paris Junior College is a public trade and career school located in Paris, Texas, a remote town setting. The school participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. It holds accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, along with program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Across 17 program families, the campus awards the most credentials in welding (233 completers), LPN/LVN programs (49 completers), and HVAC (44 completers).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 37.7%, which is below the state average of 63.5%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $5,342. Median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $36,515. About 25.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income enrollment. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students pursuing shorter, skills-focused trade programs such as welding or HVAC, or those entering healthcare pathways like LPN or radiologic technology, given the program mix reported. Whether a specific program fits an adult career-changer depends on program length and format details not included here; contact the school directly to confirm. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current outcome figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Paris Junior College offers 17 program families, with the most completers in welding (233), LPN/LVN programs (49), and HVAC (44).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional program accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 37.7%, which is below the Texas state average of 63.5%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $5,342, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $36,515.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Paris Junior College is a public institution, which typically means state-supported tuition rates and eligibility for federal aid programs.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided; contact the school at (903) 785-7661 or visit parisjc.edu for program-specific timelines.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status through the listed accreditors and review detailed outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?227401.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Fit depends on program length and schedule details not included in this data; the mix of short trade programs like welding and HVAC alongside healthcare programs suggests options for career changers, but confirm specifics with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Paris Junior College at (903) 785-7661 or through its website at https://www.parisjc.edu/.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to confirm certification or licensure pathways for specific programs.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.