Colby Community College
About Colby Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Colby Community College teaches on the high plains of northwestern Kansas and keeps dormitories. Veterinary technology and energy systems maintenance are among its largest programs.
Founded
1964
Location
Colby, Kansas
Students
838
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
55.3%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,140
Out-of-state: $5,830
Avg Net Price
$7,886
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$41,889
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
Average
55.3% complete their degree within three years
Retention
65.7%
Transfer Out
16%
Teaching Quality
21:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
93.9%
$/Student
$5.1K
Class Size
Large
55.3% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,140
In-State
$5,830
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$8,562
Books & Supplies
$1,064
Total Cost of Attendance
$13,160
After Financial Aid
$7,886
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,707
Receive Grants
22.1%
Take Loans
18%
The total cost of attendance runs about $13,160/yr, including $8,562 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $7,886.
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 Colby Community College fund their education.
While in School
22.1%
Get Grants
Free money
18%
Take Loans
Must repay
$31,975
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$8,908
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$94/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $8,908, 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 Colby Community College.
Gender
69%
Female
31%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
838
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
40.3%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
22%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 69% of the student body. 40.3% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 8.1% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
838
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
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Colby Community College fields 9 varsity teams with 211 student athletes, about 25% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Track and Field (Outdoor)
Student Athletes
211
25% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
55% / 45%
116
Men
95
Women
6
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Colby Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$41,889
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$23K
169 grads
1yr Earnings
Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians
$36K
29 grads
1yr Earnings
Energy Systems Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
—
20 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$62K
19 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
—
14 grads
Agricultural Production Operations
—
9 grads
Graduates earn about $39K six years out, growing to $42K 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.