Mid-Plains Community College
About Mid-Plains Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Mid-Plains Community College teaches across the sandhills and plains of western Nebraska, from North Platte and McCook, and keeps dormitories. Nursing and business are its largest programs.
Founded
1973
Location
North Platte, Nebraska
Students
937
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
53.8%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$3,600
Out-of-state: $4,530
Avg Net Price
$5,235
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$40,059
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
53.8% complete their degree within three years
Retention
62.9%
Transfer Out
17%
Teaching Quality
9:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
25.1%
$/Student
$9.5K
Class Size
Small
53.8% 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
$3,600
In-State
$4,530
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$8,180
Books & Supplies
$1,600
Total Cost of Attendance
$13,197
After Financial Aid
$5,235
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$4,853
Receive Grants
18%
Take Loans
10.8%
The total cost of attendance runs about $13,197/yr, including $8,180 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $5,235.
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 Mid-Plains Community College fund their education.
While in School
18%
Get Grants
Free money
10.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$30,829
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,995
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$106/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,995, 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 Mid-Plains Community College.
Gender
58.5%
Female
42%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
937
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
40.3%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
17.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 59% of the student body. 40.3% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 7.2% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
937
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
No
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
Mid-Plains Community College fields 5 varsity teams with 177 student athletes, about 19% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
177
19% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
50% / 50%
89
Men
88
Women
3
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Mid-Plains Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$40,059
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$25K
181 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$60K
20 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$34K
20 grads
1yr Earnings
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
—
12 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
—
8 grads
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)
—
6 grads
Graduates earn about $35K 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.