Barton County Community College
About Barton County Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Barton County Community College teaches in Great Bend, in central Kansas, keeps dormitories, and teaches many of its students at Fort Riley and online. Nursing and psychology are among its largest programs.
Founded
1965
Location
Great Bend, Kansas
Students
2,455
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
33%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$3,680
Out-of-state: $4,960
Avg Net Price
$9,905
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$40,428
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
33% complete their degree within three years
Retention
52.1%
Transfer Out
21%
Teaching Quality
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
96.8%
$/Student
$5.5K
Class Size
Medium
The 33% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$3,680
In-State
$4,960
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$6,840
Books & Supplies
$1,470
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,356
After Financial Aid
$9,905
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$10,020
Receive Grants
19.3%
Take Loans
7.9%
The total cost of attendance runs about $15,356/yr, including $6,840 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $9,905.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Barton County Community College fund their education.
While in School
19.3%
Get Grants
Free money
7.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$30,428
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,501
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$101/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,501, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Barton County Community College.
Gender
55.7%
Female
44%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,455
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
46.3%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
37.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 56% of the student body. 46.3% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
2,455
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Barton County Community College fields 11 varsity teams with 369 student athletes, about 15% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
369
15% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
58% / 42%
215
Men
154
Women
9
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Barton County Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$40,428
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$26K
369 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$63K
51 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
—
18 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$66K
17 grads
4yr Earnings
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions
—
16 grads
Business/Commerce, General
—
15 grads
Graduates earn about $36K six years out, growing to $40K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.