Labette Community College
About Labette Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Labette Community College teaches in Parsons, in southeastern Kansas. Nursing and allied health are its largest programs, and better than a quarter of its students transfer on to a four-year college.
Founded
1923
Location
Parsons, Kansas
Students
801
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
24.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,064
Out-of-state: $4,864
Avg Net Price
$5,939
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$37,818
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
24.1% complete their degree within three years
Retention
62.8%
Transfer Out
27%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
26.9%
$/Student
$5.0K
Class Size
Medium
The 24.1% graduation rate is below average, but 62.8% 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
$4,064
In-State
$4,864
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$2,550
Total Cost of Attendance
$13,364
After Financial Aid
$5,939
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$4,578
Receive Grants
23%
Take Loans
8.4%
Tuition is $4,064/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $5,939.
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 Labette Community College fund their education.
While in School
23%
Get Grants
Free money
8.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$28,520
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$111/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,500, 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 Labette Community College.
Gender
73.5%
Female
27%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
801
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
43.2%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
15.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 74% of the student body. 43.2% 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
801
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
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Labette Community College fields 5 varsity teams with 118 student athletes, about 15% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
118
15% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
62% / 38%
73
Men
45
Women
3
Men's Teams
3
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Labette Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$37,818
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$22K
162 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$67K
27 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$54K
12 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$44K
10 grads
1yr Earnings
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
—
4 grads
Graphic Communications
—
3 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.