Arlington School & Family Magazine April/May 2015 | Page 13

Tarrant County College:
SUCCESS WITHIN REACH.
When selecting the right college, students and parents
rightfully seek the best possible education for their investment.
One’s college wish list might include a nationally-recognized
institution with affordable tuition, diverse programs, flexible
schedules and a convenient location. Some colleges may offer
a few of these, but TCC delivers them all.

student-to-professor ratio, allowing students to receive the
personal attention generally attributed to much smaller
institutions. In addition to award-winning faculty, students
have access to state-of-the-art classroom technology and more
than 70 programs consistently recognized among the best in
the nation.
• Don’t want to pay big university prices to get the basics
under your belt? The average cost for students enrolled in 15
credit hours at TCC is $825, compared to $3,400–$17,300
for the same core curriculum at other local schools.
• No matter one’s age or challenges, success is within
reach at TCC. Students are provided with the best facilities,
instruction and support services to help them succeed. They
also benefit from a vibrant college atmosphere that includes
a broad array of extracurricular clubs, associations and
campus fitness facilities. As students reach the end of their
careers with TCC, career coaches help them identify their
best career path after graduation. Local businesses know and
respect TCC’s methods and instructors, and often come to us
looking for new graduates or send their existing employees to
TCC for further training.
At TCC, there’s something for everyone! Visit www.tccd.edu
and tour our campuses to explore the experiences and
opportunities TCC can provide. †

• TCC consists of five campuses, conveniently located in
Fort Worth, Hurst and Arlington, ensuring the right class
time and curricula are close, no matter where you live.
With more than 250 online courses, as well as e-learning
and weekend courses, TCC makes it even easier for students
to complete credits at convenient times. Whether you are
seeking college credit courses, business/industrial training
or personal enrichment, TCC offers the programs you need
to reach your idea of success. TCC is regionally accredited,
meaning that when you are ready, core curriculum credits
transfer easily to most four-year colleges.
• TCC is the sixth-largest college or university in Texas,
and the 15th-largest in the nation, yet maintains a 26:1
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