Cowley County Community College
About Cowley County Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Cowley College teaches in Arkansas City, in southern Kansas, and keeps dormitories. It trains students for the nuclear and industrial trades, and nursing and allied health are among its other largest programs.
Founded
1922
Location
Arkansas City, Kansas
Students
1,543
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
44.7%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,800
Out-of-state: $6,600
Avg Net Price
$7,175
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$37,723
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
44.7% complete their degree within three years
Retention
63.3%
Transfer Out
20%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$4.2K
Class Size
Medium
44.7% 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
$4,800
In-State
$6,600
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$6,600
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$13,534
After Financial Aid
$7,175
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$6,305
Receive Grants
35.2%
Take Loans
21.6%
The total cost of attendance runs about $13,534/yr, including $6,600 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $7,175.
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 Cowley County Community College fund their education.
While in School
35.2%
Get Grants
Free money
21.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$31,967
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$8,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$85/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $8,000, 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 Cowley County Community College.
Gender
60.7%
Female
39%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,543
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
40.4%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
25.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 61% of the student body. 40.4% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 6.5% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,543
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
Cowley County Community College fields 9 varsity teams with 381 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 & Cross Country
Student Athletes
381
25% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
52% / 48%
200
Men
181
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 Cowley County Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$37,723
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$26K
350 grads
1yr Earnings
Nuclear and Industrial Radiologic Technologies/Technicians
$42K
24 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
—
24 grads
Health and Medical Administrative Services
—
20 grads
Precision Metal Working
—
7 grads
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
—
6 grads
Median earnings are $38K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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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.