- You`ll find a world of opportunity, exceptional learning environments, inspiring instructors and so much more. At McLennan, we stress student success. So whatever your educational goals are, we`ll help you reach them.Here are just a few of the reasons to come to McLennan:Small classes with individualized attention from professorsCutting-edge technology and facilitiesField research opportunitiesBeautiful campus next to Cameron Park and the Bosque RiverCulture of service, enrichment and achievement
School Highlights
McLennan Community College serves 10,886 students (28% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the state community college average of 23:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 74%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 10,886 students
- In-state tuition: $106
- Out-state tuition: $181
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
- Minority enrollment: 52%
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
The teacher population of 669 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
McLennan Community College
(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
669 staff
262 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of McLennan Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 has decreased from 17:1 over five years.
The McLennan Community College diversity score of 0.66 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
10,886 students
4,931 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
23:1
# Full-Time Students
3,030 students
909 students
# Part-Time Students
7,856 students
4,022 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
108 students
403 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3,030 students
890 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
40 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
7,856 students
4,166 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
47 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
252 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
4%
6%
% Hispanic
31%
46%
% Black
12%
13%
% White
48%
26%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
1%
4%
Diversity Score
0.66
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3219%
55%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
34%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,000
$31,000
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $106 is less than the state average of $3,764. The in-state tuition has declined by 97% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $181 is less than the state average of $6,054. The out-state tuition has declined by 96% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$106
$3,764
Out-State Tuition Fees
$181
$6,054
Tuition Notes
$106 per credit hour for in-state students and $181 per credit hour for out-of-state students
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
88%
84%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,761
$10,765
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,088
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
100%
84%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- McLennan is located on a scenic 215-acre campus adjacent to Cameron Park and the Bosque River. Nestled among rolling hills and large trees, McLennan has been recognized statewide for its natural beauty and outstanding architecture.The college also owns Highlander Ranch, a 200-acre horse farm located about five miles from campus, and has an Emergency Services Education Center off-campus near the Waco Regional Airport. The campus features 22 buildings with 565,806 square feet of space. The 70,000 square-foot Learning Technology Center, completed in 2002, and its adjacent plaza are the focal point of the campus. MCC awards the Associate in Arts (A.A.) and Associate in Science transfer degrees through the Arts and Sciences division. The Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) workforce education degree and one-year certificates of completion in technical fields are awarded through the Workforce Education division. Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and the Graduate Equivalency Diploma (GED) are awarded through the Continuing Education division. McLennan Community College is accredited to award the Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, and Associate in Applied Sciences degrees.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does McLennan Community College cost?
McLennan Community College's tuition is approximately $106 for In-State students and $181 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of McLennan Community College?
The acceptance rate of McLennan Community College is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 84%.
In what neighborhood is McLennan Community College located?
McLennan Community College is located in the Cedar Ridge neighborhood of Waco, TX.
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