Public Institution Borger, TX
Frank Phillips College
Two-year college
Frank Phillips College is a public smaller two-year college in Borger, TX, offering associate degrees, certificates, and transfer paths, a Hispanic-serving institution with a rural campus setting, with about 623 undergraduates, typical net price of $7,953 after grants, first-year retention of 37.8%, about 44.9% of students graduating within three years, and median earnings of $32,413 six years after enrollment.
Key facts for Frank Phillips College
Key rankings for Frank Phillips College
Where Frank Phillips College ranks among two-year colleges nationwide on selected cost and outcome measures. Rank 1 is best on that measure (lowest cost or debt; highest earnings, retention, or graduation). These are single-measure standings, not Best Universities list placement.
#273 of 667
Net Price
#458 of 651
Earnings
#609 of 630
Retention
#184 of 635
Graduation
#135 of 550
Debt
What stands out at Frank Phillips College
Frank Phillips College in Borger, TX is a two-year college.
- Town (somewhat rural)
- 623 undergraduates
Key figures
What stands out
Average net price after aid runs below the national median for similar schools, but six-year earnings also trail that median. Families should weigh aid, majors, and local job markets together.
Graduation lines up with or beats the national median for similar schools even though first-year retention trails the national average—worth asking how the college supports students all the way through a degree.
Best Universities methodology explains how grades and ranked-list placements are calculated.
Student measures: Cost, completion, earnings, retention, and debt.
Institution context: Enrollment, demographics, faculty, setting, and admissions.
At a glance
Cost, outcomes & access at Frank Phillips College
Two related measures side by side for a quick scan.
Net Price and Earnings
Retention and Graduation
Acceptance and Pell Grant Share
Annual figures on one dollar scale, so bar lengths are comparable within this chart. Total cost of attendance covers tuition, fees, and living costs. Listed tuition is the price before aid; average net price is what students paid after grants and scholarships.
In-state tuition is below the national median of $5,040 for similar two-year colleges, while out-of-state tuition is below the national median of $9,866.
Average net price by family income for full-time, first-time undergraduates.
How Frank Phillips College compares
Figures are for two-year colleges. State, region, and national columns use the middle value (median) for similar schools; retention uses averages for region and nation. Region shown: Southwest (region 6).
Swipe sideways to compare state, region, and national figures.
| Measure | This school | State (TX) | Region | Nation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net price | $7,953Below national median | $6,791 | $7,318 | $9,023 |
| Earnings, 6 years | $32,413Below national median | $33,548 | $33,233 | $34,495 |
| Retention | 37.8%Below national median | 66.0% | 60.2% | 64.2% |
| Graduation | 44.9%Above national median | 35.0% | 33.0% | 35.6% |
| Acceptance rate | Not reported | 81.0%* | 74.6%* | 82.8% |
| Pell share | 26.2%Below national median | 31.7% | 32.5% | 31.7% |
| Median debt | $9,500Below national median | $10,723 | $11,000 | $11,000 |
| 3-year cohort default rate | 0.0%About the same | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
* Fewer than 10 similar schools in that slice. Treat as a rough guide.
Recent 3-year cohort default rates are near zero because of the federal student loan payment pause and are not useful for school-to-school comparison.
Campus & institution details for Frank Phillips College
Campus overview
Undergraduate demographics
Share of undergraduates in each group. Gender and race or ethnicity are reported separately, so each set totals about 100%.
Confirm program details and current staffing on the college website.
Frequently asked questions about Frank Phillips College
Common questions about Frank Phillips College, answered with Best Universities cost and outcome figures. For how we rank schools, use the methodology link in the header; for deadlines and aid, rely on the college’s official site.
Where is Frank Phillips College located?
Frank Phillips College is located in Borger, TX. If the college has more than one campus, confirm addresses and program locations on the school's official site or with the admissions office.
What kind of school is Frank Phillips College?
Frank Phillips College is a public two-year college. Best Universities compares it with similar community colleges for ranking and benchmark purposes.
How much does it cost to attend Frank Phillips College (tuition and net price)?
Listed sticker tuition is $3,712 for in-state students and $4,882 for out-of-state students. Average net price (typical annual cost after grant and scholarship aid for full-time, first-time undergraduates) is about $7,953. Your actual net price depends on income, residency, and aid.
What is Frank Phillips College's acceptance rate?
An overall acceptance rate is not shown for Frank Phillips College. That is common for open-admission colleges, specialized institutions, or when figures are suppressed. Contact admissions for program-specific requirements.
How large is Frank Phillips College's undergraduate student body?
Undergraduate enrollment is about 623. Enrollment changes over time and may span multiple campuses depending on how the school reports.
What are completion and earnings outcomes for Frank Phillips College?
Median earnings six years after entry at Frank Phillips College are roughly $32,413. Outcomes vary widely by major, occupation, and region. About 44.9% of students graduate on time or soon after. Individual trajectories differ from these population-level measures.
How does Best Universities rank Frank Phillips College?
Among similar schools nationwide, Frank Phillips College stands as follows on selected measures: Average net price (#273 of 667); Median earnings, 6 years after entry (#458 of 651); First-year retention (#609 of 630); Graduation rate (#184 of 635); Median loan debt (#135 of 550). Those are single-measure ranks, not a single overall list place. See the methodology page for how Best Universities builds ranked lists.
Where should I go for admissions and official information about Frank Phillips College?
For application deadlines, requirements, campus visits, and program lists, use Frank Phillips College’s official website. Best Universities publishes cost and outcome figures for comparison; it does not replace the institution’s admissions or financial aid office.
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A fuller table of the figures Best Universities uses for this school. Useful if you are double-checking a number.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | Frank Phillips College |
| Official website | www.fpctx.edu/ |
| City, state | Borger, TX |
| School type | Two-year college |
| Undergraduate enrollment | 623 |
| Listed tuition (in-state) | $3,712 |
| Listed tuition (out-of-state) | $4,882 |
| Listed tuition (generic) | $3,712 |
| Total cost of attendance | $12,877 |
| Room and board (on campus) | $4,974 |
| Average net price | $7,953 |
| Median earnings, 6 years after entry | $32,413 |
| Median earnings, 8 years after entry | $33,728 |
| Median earnings, 10 years after entry | $37,179 |
| Median loan debt | $9,500 |
| 3-year cohort default rate | 0.0% |
| First-year retention | 37.8% |
| Graduation rate (4-year programs) | Not reported |
| Graduation rate (shorter programs) | 44.9% |
| Acceptance rate | Not reported |
| SAT average | Not reported |
| ACT average | Not reported |
| Pell Grant share | 26.2% |
| Share with federal loans | 4.2% |
| Part-time enrollment share | 27.6% |
| Campus setting | Town (somewhat rural) |
| Student–faculty ratio | 20 |
| Avg monthly faculty salary | $5,312 |
| Full-time faculty share | 39.6% |
| Online only | No |
| HBCU | No |
| SAT midpoint, Math | Not reported |
| SAT midpoint, Reading & Writing | Not reported |
| Share of undergraduates, women | 58.9% |
| Share of undergraduates, men | 41.1% |
| Share of undergraduates, Black | 3.5% |
| Share of undergraduates, Hispanic | 49.1% |
| Share of undergraduates, White | 35.5% |
| Share of undergraduates, Asian | 0.5% |
| Share of undergraduates, two or more races | 1.4% |
| Share of undergraduates, international | 5.1% |
| Net price, family income $0–30k | $7,940 |
| Net price, family income $30–48k | $9,179 |
| Net price, family income $48–75k | $7,332 |
| Net price, family income $75–110k | Not reported |
| Net price, family income $110k+ | Not reported |
Sources for Frank Phillips College
- About the federal data. U.S. Department of Education figures used for institutional characteristics, cost, admissions, enrollment, student outcomes, debt, and earnings on this page.
- Best Universities methodology. How grades and rankings are calculated.
Figures from the same school data Best Universities uses for rankings. Shortlist with them, then verify on the college’s official site.