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Texas College

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Texas College

Tyler, TX · Private nonprofit · 4-year · Christian Methodist Episcopal Church · Methodist and Wesleyan

Real cost

Average price after aid $10,958 a year

Median debt at graduation: $31,000 (all students)

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Texas College is a historically Black, faith-based college in Tyler, Texas, founded in 1894 by ministers of the Colored Methodist Episcopal Church, now the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church. A Survey of the Bible course is required of all students, and a Religion major is offered. No weekly service times are recorded. Its general education table lists one Bible course (RELI 1311) and no worldview course.

Faith life at a glance

In the college’s own words

Questions students ask

Do I have to go to chapel?

Full-time students must complete the College Assembly requirement each semester to graduate.

Source: texascollege.edu
What's a normal week?

Students can take part in College Assembly, Bible study and worship services offered by the college.

Source: texascollege.edu
Where do I find community?

Extracurricular activities include the Concert Choir, band, Community Service and student government.

Source: texascollege.edu

Academic Excellence

C+Academic Excellence: C+ (grade C+): 0 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.
17 of 100
From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

  • Graduation rate 35% of scoreThis measure counts for 35% of the Academic Excellence score.14%
  • First-year retention 20% of scoreThis measure counts for 20% of the Academic Excellence score.34%
  • Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.Not reported
  • Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.17 to 1
  • Instructional spending per student 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.$3,445

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed.

Source: College Scorecard (College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026))

Faith scorecard

Each area’s grade and what we found. Tap an area to see the findings and their sources.

Partly researched

We have checked some of this college’s faith and campus life facts against its own official pages. There is not yet enough verified to grade them, so the findings below are what we could confirm. Anything not listed has not been confirmed yet.

  • Retreats or spiritual emphasis weeks each year: One or two (Religious Emphasis Week appears once each year in the academic calendar.)
  • Office or senior leader for spiritual life or Christian mission: Yes (A Campus Ministry office is listed among the Office of Student Affairs offices.)
  • Bible or theology courses required of all bachelor's students: 1 course (One required course: RELI 1311 Survey of the Bible (3 credits) in the general education requirements, which every bachelor's program requires.)
  • Required courses include study of the Old and New Testaments: Required of all students (RELI 1311 is required of all students, and its description says it includes readings from the Old and New Testaments.)
  • Christian worldview or faith-and-learning courses required: None required (Recorded from the complete general education and institutional requirements table. RELI 1311 is counted under T1 only.)
  • Bible, theology or ministry major offered: Yes (A Religion major is offered; the catalog says graduates can pursue ministry.)
N/AWorship and chapel: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Worship and chapel

Not enough information · 0 of 7 found

  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Chapel services during the weekNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Chapel attendance expected of studentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Student worship nights or praise servicesNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Prayer opportunities (prayer rooms, prayer groups, days or weeks of prayer)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Campus pastors or chaplains serving studentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    A chapel or worship space on campusNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Published weekly schedule of chapel, worship and prayerNot enough information: no verified chapel or worship times are recorded.
CBible and theology: Mixed (grade C): 55 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Bible and theology

57 of 100 points · 4 of 6 found

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Bible or theology courses required of all bachelor's students1 course (One required course: RELI 1311 Survey of the Bible (3 credits) in the general education requirements, which every bachelor's program requires.)
    Sources (1)
    1. 2023-2028 College Catalog | Texas Collegetexascollege.edu/uploads/cms/nav-26-6799b28b94a7e.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “RELI 1311 – Survey of the Bible (3 credit hours). This course will cover the fundamental elements involved in the development of the Bible as a sacred writing. The process of canonization and biblical sources will also be discussed. Additionally, the course will include readings from both the Old and New Testaments.”
      RELI 1311 Survey of the Bible is a three-credit general education course with readings from the Old and New Testaments.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Required courses include study of the Old and New TestamentsRequired of all students (RELI 1311 is required of all students, and its description says it includes readings from the Old and New Testaments.)
    Sources (1)
    1. 2023-2028 College Catalog | Texas Collegetexascollege.edu/uploads/cms/nav-26-6799b28b94a7e.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “RELI 1311 – Survey of the Bible (3 credit hours). This course will cover the fundamental elements involved in the development of the Bible as a sacred writing. The process of canonization and biblical sources will also be discussed. Additionally, the course will include readings from both the Old and New Testaments.”
      RELI 1311 Survey of the Bible is a three-credit general education course with readings from the Old and New Testaments.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Christian worldview or faith-and-learning courses requiredNone required (Recorded from the complete general education and institutional requirements table. RELI 1311 is counted under T1 only.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Academic Catalog | Texas Collegetexascollege.edu/uploads/cms/nav-26-6799b28b94a7e.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “INSTITUTIONAL REQUIREMENTS ASEM 1100 College Assembly 4 SOCI 1100 First Semester Seminar 1 SOCI 2100 Second Semester Seminar 1 ELECTIVES 9 Institutional Requirements Total 15 OVERALL TOTAL REQUIREMENTS 59”
      The complete general education and institutional requirements table (59 credits) lists no worldview or faith-and-learning course required of all students, apart from RELI 1311.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in academic or faculty policy)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Bible, theology or ministry major offeredYes (A Religion major is offered; the catalog says graduates can pursue ministry.)
    Sources (1)
    1. 2023-2028 College Catalog | Texas Collegetexascollege.edu/uploads/cms/nav-26-6799b28b94a7e.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The program aims to develop students' knowledge and interest in Biblical teachings and theology.”
      The Religion program (major) aims to develop knowledge of Biblical teachings and theology.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    A published statement of faithNot enough information: not found in official sources.
N/AChristian community: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Christian community

Not enough information · 2 of 7 found

  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Spiritual life staff (pastors, ministers and professional staff)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Retreats or spiritual emphasis weeks each yearOne or two (Religious Emphasis Week appears once each year in the academic calendar.)
    Sources (1)
    1. 2023-2028 College Catalog | Texas Collegetexascollege.edu/uploads/cms/nav-26-6799b28b94a7e.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Religious Emphasis Week 2/18-20 2/16-21 2/15-20 2/14-19 2/13-18”
      Religious Emphasis Week is listed in the academic calendar each February.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Bible studies, small groups and Christian student organizationsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Faculty affirm the college's statement of faithNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Faith life in residence halls (hall Bible studies, resident ministry leaders)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Help finding a local church (church fairs, rides, partner churches)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Office or senior leader for spiritual life or Christian missionYes (A Campus Ministry office is listed among the Office of Student Affairs offices.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Student Affairs | Texas Collegetexascollege.edu/office-of-brstudent-affairs/student-affairs · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Campus Ministry Campus Security”
      The Office of Student Affairs lists a Campus Ministry office among its offices.
N/AMissions and service: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Missions and service

Not enough information · 0 of 6 found

  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Service or outreach officeNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Service hours or service-learning in the curriculumNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Missions trips offered to studentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Partnerships with local churches and ministries for serviceNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Cross-cultural or global ministry programsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Service explicitly rooted in the Christian missionNot enough information: not found in official sources.

Strengths

  • Survey of the Bible is required of all students and includes readings from the Old and New Testaments.
    Sources (1)
    1. 2023-2028 College Catalog | Texas Collegetexascollege.edu/uploads/cms/nav-26-6799b28b94a7e.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “RELI 1311 – Survey of the Bible (3 credit hours). This course will cover the fundamental elements involved in the development of the Bible as a sacred writing. The process of canonization and biblical sources will also be discussed. Additionally, the course will include readings from both the Old and New Testaments.”
      RELI 1311 Survey of the Bible is a three-credit general education course with readings from the Old and New Testaments.
  • A Religion major is offered, with an aim of Biblical teachings and theology.
    Sources (1)
    1. 2023-2028 College Catalog | Texas Collegetexascollege.edu/uploads/cms/nav-26-6799b28b94a7e.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The program aims to develop students' knowledge and interest in Biblical teachings and theology.”
      The Religion program (major) aims to develop knowledge of Biblical teachings and theology.
  • A Campus Ministry office is listed among the Office of Student Affairs offices.
    Sources (1)
    1. Student Affairs | Texas Collegetexascollege.edu/office-of-brstudent-affairs/student-affairs · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Campus Ministry Campus Security”
      The Office of Student Affairs lists a Campus Ministry office among its offices.
  • The mission states that the college embodies the principles of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church.
    Sources (1)
    1. Mission, Core Values, & Vision | Texas Collegetexascollege.edu/about-brtexas-college/mission-core-values-vision · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Our mission continues to embody the principles of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church.”
      The college's mission embodies the principles of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church.

Concerns

None recorded.

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Campus ministry home

Campus Ministry (Office of Student Affairs)

  • Location: On campus

Source: texascollege.edu, verified Oct. 20, 2026, texascollege.edu, verified Oct. 20, 2026

Campus ministry

Sources (1)
  1. Student Affairs | Texas Collegetexascollege.edu/office-of-brstudent-affairs/student-affairs · verified Oct. 20, 2026
    “Campus Ministry Campus Security”
    The Office of Student Affairs lists a Campus Ministry office among its offices.

Christian clubs and student life

2 groups and regular activities · 1 on campus, 0 off campus, 1 location not published

Faith formation 1

  • College AssemblyOn campus
    Once a week with assigned sections
    Required weekly assembly each semester for graduation; sessions include spiritual development among other topics.
    texascollege.edu

Other 1

  • Religious Emphasis Week
    Each February, per the academic calendar
    A campus week listed in the academic calendar each year.
    texascollege.edu

Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the church. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.

What families pay, by income

Average yearly price after grants and scholarships, for students who receive federal aid.

Family incomePrice after aid
Up to $30,000$9,639
$30,001–$48,000$11,342
$48,001–$75,000$12,410
$75,001–$110,000$13,598
Over $110,000$16,106

Full cost of attendance before aid: $20,339 a year.

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Cost and value

Federal data, shown separately. Cost, debt, and earnings are never part of any grade.

Undergraduate students
Fall enrollment (IPEDS)
644
Men and women
College Scorecard, fall 2023
Men 64% · Women 36%
First-generation students
College Scorecard
45%
Total students644
Average net price (per year)
After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid
$10,958
Cost of attendance (per year)$20,339
Median federal debt at graduation$31,000
Graduation rate
First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time
14%
Graduation rate for first-generation students
College Scorecard, within 6 years
20%
Borrowers paying down their loans within 3 years
College Scorecard, within 3 years
18%
First-year retention34%
Median earnings 10 years after entry$33,752
Application fee
IPEDS, 2023–24
$20
Students receiving Pell grants84%

Value index: 31 / 100 (how it’s computed)

Sources: College Scorecard · IPEDS College Navigator · Net price calculator
College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026); IPEDS 2024-25 directory and institutional characteristics; fall 2023 enrollment.

Earnings by major

Median earnings of bachelor’s graduates a few years after finishing, by major (College Scorecard).

MajorMedian earnings
Business (general)$48,433
Business administration$44,386
Criminal justice$43,156
Biology$37,296

Also offered (no earnings published yet): Computer science, Computing and information science, Education (general), English, Fine arts, Liberal arts, Mathematics, Music, Religious studies, Secondary education, Social work, Sociology, Teacher education.

What students study most

Share of bachelor’s degrees by field, first majors in 2023–24 (IPEDS).

FieldShare of degrees
Business27%
Biology21%
Criminal justice and security19%
Liberal arts and general studies17%
Social sciences8%

Campus facts

School colors
SettingCity
Part-time undergraduates10%
Undergraduates aged 25 and older18%
On-campus room and board (per year)$8,000
SportsNAIA · Red River Athletic Conference
Students per faculty member17 to 1
Faculty who are full-time82%College Scorecard, fall 2023
Endowment per student$13,407IPEDS, 2023, per student
Dorm spaceFor about 68% of studentsBeds per undergraduate; not who lives on campus
Nearest airport with airline serviceTyler Pounds Regional Airport (TYR)About 5 miles away
Nearest major airportDallas Love Field (DAL)About 95 miles away
Town population109,215Census, 2020–2024
Nearest city of 250,000 people or moreDallasAbout 89 miles away
Typical weather48°F in January · 83°F in JulyNOAA, 1991–2020, from Tyler, TX, about 5 miles away

Federal data (IPEDS and College Scorecard), except school colors. None of this changes the faith grades.

Campus safety reports

On-campus crimes reported in 2024, per 1,000 students.

CategoryThis campusU.S. rate
Rape0.000.07
Robbery0.000.01
Aggravated assault1.630.04
Burglary3.260.08
Motor vehicle theft0.000.15

Numbers reflect what each campus reported. They differ with campus size and how reporting is done, so compare with care. U.S. rate: total reported offenses divided by total students at every institution in the report.

Source: Official data: U.S. Department of Education

Questions families ask

Is Texas College a Christian college?
Yes. Texas College is a Christian college. Its sponsor is Christian Methodist Episcopal Church.

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About this school’s data
  • IPEDS unit ID 228884
  • Carnegie classification: Baccalaureate college (diverse fields)
  • Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges d.b.a. Commission on Colleges and Universities (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
  • Religious affiliation (IPEDS): Christian Methodist Episcopal
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