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Ranger College
Ranger, Texas · Public
Address: 1240 College Circle, Ranger, TX 76470 · Phone: (254) 647-3234 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Ranger College is a public trade school in Ranger, Texas, offering welding, cosmetology, and LPN/LVN programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Ranger College's completion rate is 18.7%, below the Texas state average of 63.5%, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $35,552 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Ranger College; federal financial aid can be used here, and about 16.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,380 | $53,340 | $64,770 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,580 | $30,680 | $47,180 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $48,910 | $62,240 | $68,410 |
| Machinists | $38,600 | $59,180 | $69,800 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Texas (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 98 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 57 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Ranger College is a public trade and career training campus located in Ranger, Texas, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used by students who attend. The campus's most-awarded programs are welding schools, cosmetology schools, and LPN/LVN programs, drawing from a total of six program families offered on site.
Looking at the numbers reported by the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Ranger College's completion rate is 18.7%, which is below the Texas state average of 63.5%. Graduates who took on debt carried a median of $9,500, and median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $35,552. About 16.8% of students receive Pell Grants, an indicator of the share of lower-income students served. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus, located in a remote rural locale, may suit students seeking hands-on trade instruction in welding, cosmetology, or practical nursing close to home rather than in an urban center. Because the reported completion rate is below the state average, prospective students—especially adult career-changers weighing time and cost—should ask the school directly about program length, format, and support services before enrolling. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcomes data yourself, consult the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools directly and the College Scorecard listing for Ranger College.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Ranger College's most-awarded programs are welding schools, cosmetology schools, and LPN/LVN programs, drawn from six total program families offered on campus.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Ranger College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 18.7%, which is below the Texas state average of 63.5%, per the College Scorecard.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $9,500.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $35,552.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (254) 647-3234 or via its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Ranger College is a public institution, which typically means lower published tuition rates for state residents compared to for-profit schools, though costs are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly to confirm program schedules and duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and review official outcomes data on the College Scorecard at the link provided by the U.S. Department of Education.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers trade-focused programs like welding, cosmetology, and LPN training in a remote rural setting, but fit for career changers depends on factors like schedule and program length not reported here; contact the school to ask directly.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact Ranger College directly to ask about requirements for specific programs such as LPN/LVN.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Ranger College by phone at (254) 647-3234 or visit its website at https://www.rangercollege.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This data does not include comparisons to other nearby schools; check the College Scorecard link for Ranger College to compare its reported figures against other institutions.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.