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Odessa College

ยท Public University

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Public University
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Odessa College: the applicant's brief

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  1. The short answer

    Odessa College is a public junior college in Odessa, Texas, in the United States. It suits students who want university-parallel study or occupational and technical training in a local public college setting.

  2. What you can study

    You can study in university-parallel courses and occupational/technical courses. The college also serves students through Basic Education, Continuing Education, and Community Recreation courses.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the collegeโ€™s official admissions process and check the website for entry requirements, document rules, and any placement or English-language requirements before applying. Because the college does not publish international-specific application details in the information available here, confirm the current process and deadlines with the admissions office.

  4. What it costs

    The college does not publish a fee for international students here; confirm the current tuition and fees with its admissions office. Living costs in Odessa, Texas will depend on housing, transport, food, and personal spending.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated here, so confirm it on the official website before applying. If you are moving from abroad, check visa paperwork, admission deadlines, document translation rules, and whether the programme you want is offered in the term you plan to start.

  6. How it compares

    Among 2,515 universities and colleges in the United States, Odessa College sits in the public junior college segment rather than the four-year university segment. That makes it a practical option for students who want shorter, job-focused or transfer-oriented study in Texas rather than a large research university environment.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them โ€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Odessa College

What type of institution is Odessa College?

It is a public junior college.

Where is Odessa College located?

It is in Odessa, Texas, in the United States.

What kinds of study does Odessa College offer?

It offers university-parallel courses, occupational/technical courses, Basic Education, Continuing Education, and Community Recreation courses.

How many students does Odessa College serve?

It enrolled 8,024 students in fall 2021 and 7,679 students in spring 2022 in university-parallel and occupational/technical courses, and it serves 11,000 students annually in Basic Education, Continuing Education, and Community Recreation courses.

Overview

Odessa College is a public junior college in Odessa, Texas. The college serves the people of Ector County and the Permian Basin. It was established in 1946 and enrolled 8,024 students in fall 2021 and 7,679 students in spring 2022 in its university-parallel and occupational/technical courses, and 11,000 students annually in its Basic Education, Continuing Education, and Community Recreation courses.

Programs at Odessa College

11 programs across 2 study levels.

Other

Bachelor's Degree

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelorโ€™s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United States.

Scholarships at Odessa College

Full

Merit Scholarship

Kalamazoo College

100% of admitted students receive a merit scholarship ranging from $44,000 to $52,000 annually.

Open Rolling
Partial

Need-Based Aid

Kalamazoo College

98% of K students receive some sort of financial aid with an average need-based financial aid package of $61,080.

Open Rolling

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance โ€” verify with official sources before applying.

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