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Texarkana College
Texarkana, Texas · Public community college
Address: 2500 N Robison Rd, Texarkana, TX 75599 · Phone: (903) 823-3456 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Texarkana College is a public trade school in Texarkana, Texas, offering welding, cosmetology, and auto mechanic programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Texarkana College has a 46.8% completion rate, below the state average of 63.5%, with median graduate debt of $10,500 and median earnings of $34,647 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Texarkana College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 26.3% 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 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,580 | $30,680 | $47,180 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $29,360 | $48,310 | $62,270 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $31,380 | $56,080 | $71,870 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $38,100 | $57,760 | $69,860 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $48,910 | $62,240 | $68,410 |
| Electricians | $37,920 | $58,570 | $71,130 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $40,930 | $58,810 | $70,400 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $35,920 | $45,900 | $48,960 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $30,320 | $37,260 | $44,240 |
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, 1–2 years | 53 | $30,014 | $25,194 | $8,896 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 40 | not reported | not reported | $5,041 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 29 | $33,661 | $34,847 | $12,000 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 25 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 23 | not reported | $20,140 | $9,500 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | $29,167 | not reported | $6,000 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 16 | $30,014 | $25,194 | $8,896 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | $29,167 | not reported | $6,000 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $29,167 | not reported | $6,000 |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 1 | 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
Texarkana College is a public trade and career school in Texarkana, Texas, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and, for its nursing offerings, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Because it participates in Title IV, students can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants. Its trade training is concentrated in welding schools, cosmetology schools, and auto mechanic schools, among 20 total program offerings spanning fields like HVAC, culinary, electrician, diesel mechanic, pharmacy tech, and EMT training.
The campus enrolls about 1,502 undergraduates, with 270 trade completers reported. Its overall completion rate is 46.8%, which is below the state average of 63.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $10,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $34,647. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 26.3% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting a meaningful share of low-income enrollment.
This campus may suit students seeking hands-on, skills-based trade programs such as welding or cosmetology rather than long academic degree tracks, though exact program lengths are not reported here. Career changers considering enrollment should verify current program details, licensing requirements, and costs directly with the school by phone or website, and can review official outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Texarkana College offers 20 trade and career programs, with the most common being welding schools, cosmetology schools, and auto mechanic schools. It also offers programs in HVAC, culinary, electrician, diesel mechanic, pharmacy tech, and EMT training.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Texarkana College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with nursing programs also accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 46.8%, which is below the state average of 63.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $10,500, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $34,647.
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 at (903) 823-3456 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Texarkana College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition costs for in-state students compared to for-profit trade schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the available data. Contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status and review official outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the provided link, or contact the school directly.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on hands-on trade programs like welding, cosmetology, and auto mechanics may suit career changers seeking practical skills training, though specific program lengths and schedules are not reported here.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Texarkana College at (903) 823-3456 or visit https://www.texarkanacollege.edu/ for application details.
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.