Vernon College

Vernon College is a public two-year institution located in Vernon, Texas, enrolling 2,991 students (IPEDS 2023). The college holds a quality score of 21.33 out of 100. The completion rate is 18% (IPEDS 2023), and the retention rate is 37% (IPEDS 2023).

The college offers a wide range of technical, trade, and health programs. Vocational offerings include Welding Technology, Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology, Cosmetology, Barbering, Electrical and Power Transmission Installation, Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology, and Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology. Health programs include Registered Nursing, Surgical Technology, Health Information/Medical Records Technology, and related credentials, available at both certificate levels.

Located in Vernon in north-central Texas, the college serves a rural region by providing accessible training in skilled trades and healthcare. Its broad program catalog supports students seeking workforce-ready credentials across multiple industries.