Fort Scott Community College
About Fort Scott Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Fort Scott Community College teaches in southeastern Kansas and keeps dormitories. Nursing and agricultural mechanization are among its largest programs, and close to a third of its students transfer on.
Founded
1919
Location
Fort Scott, Kansas
Students
693
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
34.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$3,390
Out-of-state: $3,840
Avg Net Price
$5,586
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$37,213
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
34.9% complete their degree within three years
Retention
61.1%
Transfer Out
29%
Teaching Quality
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
47.2%
$/Student
$7.8K
Class Size
Medium
The 34.9% graduation rate is below average, but 61.1% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$3,390
In-State
$3,840
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$8,008
Books & Supplies
$1,236
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,669
After Financial Aid
$5,586
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,140
Receive Grants
25.3%
Take Loans
24.5%
The total cost of attendance runs about $12,669/yr, including $8,008 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $5,586.
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 Fort Scott Community College fund their education.
While in School
25.3%
Get Grants
Free money
24.5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$28,863
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$101/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,500, 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 Fort Scott Community College.
Gender
51.2%
Female
49%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
693
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
40.1%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
7.5%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (51% women, 49% men). 40.1% 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
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
693
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
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Fort Scott Community College fields 6 varsity teams with 305 student athletes, about 44% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
305
44% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
55% / 45%
169
Men
136
Women
4
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Fort Scott Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$37,213
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$27K
164 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$56K
19 grads
1yr Earnings
Agricultural Mechanization
$56K
14 grads
1yr Earnings
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
—
6 grads
Agricultural Business and Management
—
5 grads
Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians
—
3 grads
Median earnings are $37K 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.