Midland College is a public 2-year community college located in Midland, Texas, in the heart of the Permian Basin—one of the world's most productive oil and gas producing regions. Founded in 1969, the college serves approximately 5,200 students with associate degrees, certificates, and workforce training programs in business, health sciences, petroleum technology, liberal arts, and technical fields. The Chaparrals—known affectionately as the Chaps—compete in NJCAA athletics through the Western Junior College Athletic Conference and have accumulated an extraordinary 21 national championships in various sports, making Midland College one of the most decorated junior colleges in the nation. The college's workforce programs are closely tied to the Permian Basin energy industry, providing specialized training for oil and gas careers that drive the West Texas regional economy. Midland College's open admissions policy and highly affordable tuition make it accessible to all residents of the Midland area, and the college serves as a vital gateway for students transferring to Texas universities. With modern facilities including the Al G. Langford Chaparral Center, Midland College delivers an exceptional community college experience in one of Texas's most economically dynamic cities.
Visa, OPT, H-1B alumni outcomes, and acceptance rates by country — sourced from FOIA, USCIS H-1B Hub, and DHS SEVIS.
The deep admissions playbook beyond the headline acceptance rate — round-by-round breakdowns, nationality data, requirements, and contact paths.
Domestic
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/yr
Out-of-State / Intl
$6184
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Beyond the sticker price — every named scholarship, the financial aid policy, need-aware notes, and a personalized net-cost estimate.
How life on campus actually feels — clubs, sports, traditions, housing realities, and how the school integrates with its city.
Where alumni go after graduation — top industries, grad-school continuation, and the qualitative outcomes story.
Sticker price (annual, out-of-state): $6,180
Net-cost estimate is US-resident-only — international applicants are typically excluded from need-based aid at most schools and should treat the sticker price as the planning baseline.
