Most First-Generation Friendly Online Colleges in Texas

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These are the best online first-generation student friendly schools in Texas with robust online degree offerings.

First-generation students are those who represent the first wave of people in their family to attend college. Their parents, grandparents, and beyond have not attended college. This puts first-generation students in a special position, as completing higher education can significantly improve their opportunities and wealth, as well as the opportunities and wealth of future generations. Many first-generation students come from low economic class status, but they can take their families to middle class status or higher.

First-generation student friendly schools are identified as having student populations composed of more than 12% first-generation students. These schools recognize the significance of this portion of their student population, and often offer unique support and resources, including first-generation scholarships and grants, academic tutoring, credit for life experience, and professional development. Online colleges further help first-generation students through keeping costs low, and allowing for education to be completed flexibly.

The schools on this list are ranked in order of first-generation student population size. Many on this list are also military friendly and Hispanic-Serving Institutions, providing unique support, resources, and funding for students in these populations.

If you’re a first-generation student in Texas, let your search for the right online college start here.

1. St. Mary's University

   San Antonio, TX

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   First-Gens

   27%

   TX Relative Cost

   Key Facts	Answers
   Total Enrollment	3,513 (0% fully online)
   Public or Private	Private Non-Profit
   USDE Special Government Status	Hispanic-Serving Institution
   Number of Online Programs	13
   Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
   Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$32,140 per year
   Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
   Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $15,338 per year
   Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $17,581 per year
   Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $20,360 per year
   Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $21,960 per year
   Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: $23,475 per year
   Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

   TexasOnlineColleges.com Awards

   Adult Student Friendly SchoolFirst-Generation Student Friendly SchoolHispanic-Serving Institution

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2. Hardin-Simmons University

   Abilene, TX

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   First-Gens

   27%

   TX Relative Cost

   Key Facts	Answers
   Total Enrollment	2,324 (6% fully online)
   Public or Private	Private Non-Profit
   Number of Online Programs	10
   Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
   Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$30,140 per year
   Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
   Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $16,627 per year
   Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $16,811 per year
   Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $18,450 per year
   Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $21,587 per year
   Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: $25,615 per year
   Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

   TexasOnlineColleges.com Awards

   Adult Student Friendly School

   Experienced Online School

   Disability Friendly SchoolFirst-Generation Student Friendly SchoolMilitary Friendly School

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   See HSU’s full list of online degrees!

3. East Texas Baptist University

   Marshall, TX

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   First-Gens

   27%

   TX Relative Cost

   Key Facts	Answers
   Total Enrollment	1,593 (8% fully online)
   Public or Private	Private Non-Profit
   Number of Online Programs	7
   Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
   Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$27,210 per year
   Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
   Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $20,777 per year
   Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $18,497 per year
   Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $22,887 per year
   Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $23,992 per year
   Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: $25,617 per year
   Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

   TexasOnlineColleges.com Awards

   Top Texas Online College A Most Affordable Texas Online College Adult Student Friendly School

   Experienced Online School

   Disability Friendly SchoolFirst-Generation Student Friendly School

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   See ETBU’s full list of online degrees!

4. Tyler Junior College

   Tyler, TX

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   First-Gens

   27%

   TX Relative Cost

   Key Facts	Answers
   Total Enrollment	12,585 (13% fully online)
   Public or Private	Public
   Number of Online Programs	17
   Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
   Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$4,762 per year
   Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
   Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $7,977 per year
   Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $8,737 per year
   Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $11,066 per year
   Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $13,091 per year
   Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: $13,709 per year
   Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

   TexasOnlineColleges.com Awards

   Top Texas Online Community College Adult Student Friendly School

   Experienced Online School

   First-Generation Student Friendly School

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5. Abilene Christian University

   Addison, TX

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   First-Gens

   26%

   TX Relative Cost

   Key Facts	Answers
   Total Enrollment	5,292 (27% fully online)
   Public or Private	Private Non-Profit
   Number of Online Programs	75
   Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
   Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$36,300 per year
   Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
   Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $24,153 per year
   Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $24,260 per year
   Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $25,207 per year
   Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $26,902 per year
   Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: $31,271 per year
   Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

   TexasOnlineColleges.com Awards

   #6 Best Texas Online CollegeA Best Value Texas Online College Adult Student Friendly School

   Experienced Online School

   Disability Friendly SchoolFirst-Generation Student Friendly SchoolMilitary Friendly School

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   See ACU’s full list of online degrees!

6. University of Dallas

   Irving, TX

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   First-Gens

   26%

   TX Relative Cost

   Key Facts	Answers
   Total Enrollment	2,481 (14% fully online)
   Public or Private	Private Non-Profit
   Number of Online Programs	6
   Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
   Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$42,680 per year
   Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
   Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $15,759 per year
   Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $15,640 per year
   Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $19,433 per year
   Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $22,520 per year
   Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: $28,197 per year
   Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

   TexasOnlineColleges.com Awards

   Adult Student Friendly School

   Experienced Online School

   First-Generation Student Friendly SchoolMilitary Friendly School

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   See UD’s full list of online degrees!

7. Our Lady of the Lake University

   San Antonio, TX

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   First-Gens

   26%

   TX Relative Cost

   Key Facts	Answers
   Total Enrollment	2,974 (33% fully online)
   Public or Private	Private Non-Profit
   USDE Special Government Status	Hispanic-Serving Institution
   Number of Online Programs	8
   Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
   Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$29,218 per year
   Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
   Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $16,153 per year
   Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $16,268 per year
   Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $17,771 per year
   Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $18,932 per year
   Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: $22,938 per year
   Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

   TexasOnlineColleges.com Awards

   Adult Student Friendly School

   Experienced Online School

   Disability Friendly SchoolFirst-Generation Student Friendly SchoolHispanic-Serving Institution

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   See OLLU’s full list of online degrees!

8. University of Mary Hardin-Baylor

   Belton, TX

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   First-Gens

   26%

   TX Relative Cost

   Key Facts	Answers
   Total Enrollment	3,846 (2% fully online)
   Public or Private	Private Non-Profit
   Number of Online Programs	1
   Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
   Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$29,700 per year
   Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
   Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $24,867 per year
   Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $23,959 per year
   Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $25,008 per year
   Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $26,490 per year
   Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: $32,490 per year
   Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

   TexasOnlineColleges.com Awards

   Adult Student Friendly School

   Experienced Online School

   Disability Friendly SchoolFirst-Generation Student Friendly School

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   See UMHB’s full list of online degrees!

9. Rice University

   Houston, TX

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   First-Gens

   24%

   TX Relative Cost

   Key Facts	Answers
   Total Enrollment	7,282 (2% fully online)
   Public or Private	Private Non-Profit
   Number of Online Programs	2
   Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
   Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$49,112 per year
   Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
   Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $3,437 per year
   Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $7,534 per year
   Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $7,318 per year
   Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $24,321 per year
   Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: $41,517 per year
   Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

   TexasOnlineColleges.com Awards

   Experienced Online School

   Disability Friendly SchoolFirst-Generation Student Friendly SchoolMilitary Friendly School

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   See RU’s full list of online degrees!

10. Baylor University

    Waco, TX

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    First-Gens

    24%

    TX Relative Cost

    Key Facts	Answers
    Total Enrollment	18,033 (7% fully online)
    Public or Private	Private Non-Profit
    Number of Online Programs	22
    Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
    Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$47,364 per year
    Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
    Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $26,726 per year
    Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $29,849 per year
    Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $31,343 per year
    Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $35,300 per year
    Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: $42,722 per year
    Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

    TexasOnlineColleges.com Awards

    Adult Student Friendly School

    Experienced Online School

    Disability Friendly SchoolFirst-Generation Student Friendly School

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    See BU’s full list of online degrees!

11. Southern Methodist University

    Dallas, TX

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    First-Gens

    24%

    TX Relative Cost

    Key Facts	Answers
    Total Enrollment	11,824 (4% fully online)
    Public or Private	Private Non-Profit
    Number of Online Programs	3
    Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
    Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$56,560 per year
    Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
    Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $26,718 per year
    Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $27,331 per year
    Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $31,813 per year
    Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $34,587 per year
    Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: $43,206 per year
    Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

    TexasOnlineColleges.com Awards

    Adult Student Friendly School

    Experienced Online School

    Disability Friendly SchoolFirst-Generation Student Friendly School

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    See SMU’s full list of online degrees!

12. Texas Christian University

    Fort Worth, TX

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    First-Gens

    23%

    TX Relative Cost

    Key Facts	Answers
    Total Enrollment	11,024 (2% fully online)
    Public or Private	Private Non-Profit
    Number of Online Programs	17
    Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
    Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$49,250 per year
    Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
    Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $21,286 per year
    Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $23,246 per year
    Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $29,929 per year
    Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $33,664 per year
    Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: $47,113 per year
    Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

    TexasOnlineColleges.com Awards

    Adult Student Friendly School

    Experienced Online School

    Disability Friendly SchoolFirst-Generation Student Friendly School

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    See TCU’s full list of online degrees!

13. University of Texas at Austin

    Austin, TX

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    First-Gens

    22%

    TX Relative Cost

    Key Facts	Answers
    Total Enrollment	51,090 (0% fully online)
    Public or Private	Public
    Number of Online Programs	2
    Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
    Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$10,824 per year
    Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
    Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $12,203 per year
    Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $13,575 per year
    Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $15,757 per year
    Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $20,454 per year
    Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: $24,670 per year
    Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

    TexasOnlineColleges.com Awards

    Adult Student Friendly SchoolFirst-Generation Student Friendly School

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    See UTA’s full list of online degrees!

14. Houston Baptist University

    Houston, TX

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    First-Gens

    22%

    TX Relative Cost

    Key Facts	Answers
    Total Enrollment	3,741 (19% fully online)
    Public or Private	Private Non-Profit
    USDE Special Government Status	Hispanic-Serving Institution
    Number of Online Programs	36
    Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
    Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$33,450 per year
    Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
    Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $19,550 per year
    Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $17,593 per year
    Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $18,653 per year
    Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $23,335 per year
    Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: $24,007 per year
    Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

    TexasOnlineColleges.com Awards

    Top Texas Online College Adult Student Friendly School

    Experienced Online School

    First-Generation Student Friendly SchoolHispanic-Serving Institution

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    See HBU’s full list of online degrees!

15. Blinn College

    Brenham, TX

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    First-Gens

    22%

    TX Relative Cost

    Key Facts	Answers
    Total Enrollment	20,116 (2% fully online)
    Public or Private	Public
    Number of Online Programs	50
    Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
    Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$4,296 per year
    Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
    Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $13,153 per year
    Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $14,371 per year
    Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $16,799 per year
    Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $18,563 per year
    Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: $18,749 per year
    Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

    TexasOnlineColleges.com Awards

    #9 Texas Online Community CollegeAdult Student Friendly School

    Experienced Online School

    First-Generation Student Friendly SchoolMilitary Friendly School

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    See BC’s full list of online degrees!

16. Saint Edward's University

    Austin, TX

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    First-Gens

    21%

    TX Relative Cost

    Key Facts	Answers
    Total Enrollment	3,976 (3% fully online)
    Public or Private	Private Non-Profit
    USDE Special Government Status	Hispanic-Serving Institution
    Number of Online Programs	2
    Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
    Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$47,440 per year
    Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
    Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $19,126 per year
    Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $20,024 per year
    Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $23,929 per year
    Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $27,753 per year
    Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: $35,203 per year
    Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

    TexasOnlineColleges.com Awards

    Adult Student Friendly School

    Experienced Online School

    Disability Friendly SchoolFirst-Generation Student Friendly SchoolHispanic-Serving Institution

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    See SEU’s full list of online degrees!

17. Lubbock Christian University

    Lubbock, TX

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    First-Gens

    20%

    TX Relative Cost

    Key Facts	Answers
    Total Enrollment	1,770 (4% fully online)
    Public or Private	Private Non-Profit
    Number of Online Programs	2
    Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
    Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$23,330 per year
    Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
    Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $21,361 per year
    Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $23,569 per year
    Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $23,347 per year
    Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $24,610 per year
    Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: $25,755 per year
    Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

    TexasOnlineColleges.com Awards

    Adult Student Friendly School

    Experienced Online School

    Disability Friendly SchoolFirst-Generation Student Friendly School

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    See LCU’s full list of online degrees!

18. Texas Wesleyan University

    Fort Worth, TX

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    First-Gens

    20%

    TX Relative Cost

    Key Facts	Answers
    Total Enrollment	2,276 (7% fully online)
    Public or Private	Private Non-Profit
    USDE Special Government Status	Hispanic-Serving Institution
    Number of Online Programs	11
    Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
    Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$31,816 per year
    Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
    Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $22,498 per year
    Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $23,276 per year
    Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $21,871 per year
    Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $26,345 per year
    Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: $29,029 per year
    Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

    TexasOnlineColleges.com Awards

    Adult Student Friendly School

    Experienced Online School

    Disability Friendly SchoolFirst-Generation Student Friendly SchoolHispanic-Serving Institution

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    See TWU’s full list of online degrees!

19. Texas Southern University

    Houston, TX

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    First-Gens

    20%

    TX Relative Cost

    Key Facts	Answers
    Total Enrollment	9,034 (7% fully online)
    Public or Private	Public
    USDE Special Government Status	Historically Black College and University
    Number of Online Programs	10
    Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
    Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$9,173 per year
    Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
    Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $19,390 per year
    Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $24,201 per year
    Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $24,201 per year
    Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $24,201 per year
    Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: u00e2u20acu201d per year
    Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

    TexasOnlineColleges.com Awards

    A Most Affordable Texas Online College A Best Value Texas Online College Adult Student Friendly School

    Experienced Online School

    First-Generation Student Friendly SchoolHistorically Black College and University

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    See TSU’s full list of online degrees!

20. Texas Tech University

    Lubbock, TX

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    First-Gens

    19%

    TX Relative Cost

    Key Facts	Answers
    Total Enrollment	38,742 (10% fully online)
    Public or Private	Public
    USDE Special Government Status	Hispanic-Serving Institution
    Number of Online Programs	99
    Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
    Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$9,300 per year
    Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
    Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $12,317 per year
    Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $13,326 per year
    Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $17,421 per year
    Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $21,305 per year
    Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: $22,270 per year
    Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

    TexasOnlineColleges.com Awards

    #1 Best Texas Online CollegeA Most Affordable Texas Online College #2 Best Value Texas Online CollegeAdult Student Friendly School

    Experienced Online School

    Disability Friendly SchoolFirst-Generation Student Friendly SchoolHispanic-Serving Institution

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    See TTU’s full list of online degrees!

21. Texas A&M University

    College Station, TX

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    First-Gens

    19%

    TX Relative Cost

    Key Facts	Answers
    Total Enrollment	68,726 (3% fully online)
    Public or Private	Public
    Number of Online Programs	13
    Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
    Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$12,153 per year
    Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
    Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $11,454 per year
    Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $13,270 per year
    Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $18,810 per year
    Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $26,028 per year
    Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: $27,666 per year
    Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

    TexasOnlineColleges.com Awards

    Adult Student Friendly School

    Experienced Online School

    Disability Friendly SchoolFirst-Generation Student Friendly School

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    See TAMU’s full list of online degrees!

22. University of Texas at Dallas

    Richardson, TX

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    First-Gens

    19%

    TX Relative Cost

    Key Facts	Answers
    Total Enrollment	29,543 (0% fully online)
    Public or Private	Public
    Number of Online Programs	15
    Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
    Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$13,442 per year
    Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
    Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $10,857 per year
    Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $11,745 per year
    Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $13,797 per year
    Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $20,552 per year
    Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: $21,877 per year
    Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

    TexasOnlineColleges.com Awards

    Adult Student Friendly SchoolFirst-Generation Student Friendly School

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    See UTD’s full list of online degrees!

23. Stephen F. Austin State University

    Nacogdoches, TX

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    First-Gens

    19%

    TX Relative Cost

    Key Facts	Answers
    Total Enrollment	12,969 (12% fully online)
    Public or Private	Public
    Number of Online Programs	41
    Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
    Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$8,844 per year
    Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
    Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $8,650 per year
    Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $10,816 per year
    Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $13,644 per year
    Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $18,653 per year
    Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: $20,250 per year
    Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

    TexasOnlineColleges.com Awards

    Top Texas Online College #10 Most Affordable Texas Online College#8 Best Value Texas Online CollegeAdult Student Friendly School

    Experienced Online School

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24. McMurry University

    Abilene, TX

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    First-Gens

    19%

    TX Relative Cost

    Key Facts	Answers
    Total Enrollment	1,175 (6% fully online)
    Public or Private	Private Non-Profit
    USDE Special Government Status	Hispanic-Serving Institution
    Number of Online Programs	4
    Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
    Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$28,099 per year
    Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
    Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $17,194 per year
    Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $19,651 per year
    Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $22,301 per year
    Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $24,580 per year
    Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: $27,065 per year
    Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

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25. Dallas Baptist University

    Dallas, TX

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    First-Gens

    18%

    TX Relative Cost

    Key Facts	Answers
    Total Enrollment	4,487 (15% fully online)
    Public or Private	Private Non-Profit
    Number of Online Programs	97
    Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
    Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$30,320 per year
    Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
    Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $22,428 per year
    Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $24,831 per year
    Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $26,055 per year
    Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $29,170 per year
    Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: $29,616 per year
    Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

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26. University of St. Thomas

    Houston, TX

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    First-Gens

    18%

    TX Relative Cost

    Key Facts	Answers
    Total Enrollment	3,448 (12% fully online)
    Public or Private	Private Non-Profit
    USDE Special Government Status	Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, Hispanic-Serving Institution
    Number of Online Programs	6
    Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
    Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$31,460 per year
    Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
    Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $16,969 per year
    Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $16,539 per year
    Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $17,429 per year
    Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $21,314 per year
    Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: $26,374 per year
    Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

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27. Southwestern Assemblies of God University

    Waxahachie, TX

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    First-Gens

    17%

    TX Relative Cost

    Key Facts	Answers
    Total Enrollment	2,050 (53% fully online)
    Public or Private	Private Non-Profit
    Number of Online Programs	69
    Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
    Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$19,834 per year
    Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
    Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $23,726 per year
    Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $23,484 per year
    Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $24,918 per year
    Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $26,680 per year
    Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: $28,851 per year
    Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

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28. Angelo State University

    San Angelo, TX

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    First-Gens

    17%

    TX Relative Cost

    Key Facts	Answers
    Total Enrollment	10,568 (14% fully online)
    Public or Private	Public
    USDE Special Government Status	Hispanic-Serving Institution
    Number of Online Programs	39
    Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
    Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$7,637 per year
    Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
    Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $9,799 per year
    Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $11,516 per year
    Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $14,876 per year
    Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $18,535 per year
    Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: $19,780 per year
    Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

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29. University of Texas at San Antonio

    San Antonio, TX

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    First-Gens

    17%

    TX Relative Cost

    Key Facts	Answers
    Total Enrollment	32,594 (3% fully online)
    Public or Private	Public
    USDE Special Government Status	Hispanic-Serving Institution
    Number of Online Programs	2
    Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
    Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$8,262 per year
    Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
    Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $10,516 per year
    Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $11,109 per year
    Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $13,827 per year
    Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $18,275 per year
    Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: $20,395 per year
    Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

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30. University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

    Edinburg, TX

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    First-Gens

    17%

    TX Relative Cost

    Key Facts	Answers
    Total Enrollment	29,113 (9% fully online)
    Public or Private	Public
    USDE Special Government Status	Hispanic-Serving Institution
    Number of Online Programs	41
    Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
    Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$8,132 per year
    Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
    Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $2,993 per year
    Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $3,473 per year
    Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $6,405 per year
    Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $11,400 per year
    Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: $12,917 per year
    Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

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31. Trinity Valley Community College

    Athens, TX

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    First-Gens

    17%

    TX Relative Cost

    Key Facts	Answers
    Total Enrollment	6,233 (39% fully online)
    Public or Private	Public
    Number of Online Programs	18
    Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
    Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$4,920 per year
    Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
    Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $6,388 per year
    Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $7,396 per year
    Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $8,039 per year
    Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: $6,890 per year
    Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: $6,960 per year
    Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

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32. Dallas Institute of Funeral Service

    Dallas, TX

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    First-Gens

    28%

    TX Relative Cost

    Key Facts	Answers
    Total Enrollment	254 (54% fully online)
    Public or Private	Private Non-Profit
    Number of Online Programs	3
    Accreditation	Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
    Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition	$11,870 per year
    Net Cost by Income	Show Net Cost Breakdown
    Family Annual Income: $0 – $30,000	Net Cost: $15,116 per year
    Family Annual Income: $30,001 – $48,000	Net Cost: $17,523 per year
    Family Annual Income: $48,001 – $75,000	Net Cost: $15,635 per year
    Family Annual Income: $75,001 – $110,000	Net Cost: None Reported per year
    Family Annual Income: over $110,00	Net Cost: None Reported per year
    Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

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Published: July 15, 2020.