Study at Vernon College

The Wilbarger County Junior College District was established on January 20, 1970. Classes began in 1972 on the campus of Vernon Regional Junior College. This junior college went through many changes and finally became Vernon College on May 23, 2001. It is located in Vernon, Texas, United States. Vernon College currently enrolls more than 2,000 students.

In addition to the main campus, Vernon College also offers classes at the Sheppard Learning Center, Century City Center, and Skills Training Center in Wichita Falls.

Vernon College offers students a wide range of degree programs including associate and baccalaureate degrees in arts and sciences, technology, and nursing. The institue also offers online courses and continuing education program.

The athletics department of Vernon College fields teams in baseball, rodeo, softball, and volleyball. The teams are known as the Chaparrals.

Profile of Vernon College

Vernon, TX is home to Vernon College. Vernon is a self-contained town. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Vernon College go up to the Associate's degree.

Course Topics

Students commonly pursue studies in nursing and emergency medicine and beauty and cosmetology.

Vernon College Selectivity

Prospective students are drawn to the school's open admissions. Since a large share of students are from out-of-state, you can assume the school has broad appeal.

Student Enrollment

Vernon College has 2,808 enrolled students .

Student Life

The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Vernon College offers students meal plans.

Vernon College Programs and Degrees

General Category	Degrees	Most Common Majors
Nursing and Emergency Medicine	157	licensed practical nurse, registered nursing, EMT paramedic
Liberal Arts	63	liberal arts and sciences, language translation
Beauty and Cosmetology	29	cosmetology
Security and Law Enforcement	13	criminal justice and safety, fire-fighting
Engineering Technician	13	HVAC tech, drafting, electronics tech
Medical Support and Technology	12	surgical tech
office and Administration	11	office data entry, general office occupations
Medical Adminstration	11	medical records tech, medical secretary, medical transcription
Production Trades	10	welding, machinist
Computer Science and Engineering	8	computer and info science
Business and Management	7	business
Agricultural Science and Management	5	farm management
Mechanics and Repair	5	automobile mechanics
Family and Social Work	0	child care provider, child development, child care management

Contact: Vernon College

Vernon College
4400 College Dr
Vernon, TX 76384-4092
General Phone: (940) 552-6291
http://www.vernoncollege.edu