Paris Junior College

Paris Junior College is a public two-year institution located in Paris, Texas. The college enrolls 6,433 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 36.50 out of 100. Its completion rate is 37% (IPEDS 2023), with a retention rate of 54% (IPEDS 2023).

The college offers a diverse range of technical, health, and trade programs. Health certificates include Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, Surgical Technology, Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer, Health Information/Medical Records Technology, and Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic). Technology programs cover Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance, Electromechanical Engineering Technology, Drafting and Design Technology, Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology, and System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management. Additional offerings include Watchmaking and Jewelrymaking and Cosmetology at multiple certificate levels.

Located in Paris in northeast Texas near the Oklahoma border, Paris Junior College serves a largely rural region. Its broad program catalog spans healthcare, technology, skilled trades, and specialized vocational training, supporting workforce development for Lamar County and surrounding communities.