Seward County Community College
About Seward County Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Seward County Community College teaches in Liberal, in the far southwest corner of Kansas, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution with dormitories. Nursing and allied health are its largest programs.
Founded
1967
Location
Liberal, Kansas
Students
1,166
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
50.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,032
Out-of-state: $5,408
Avg Net Price
$6,717
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$41,445
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
50.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
66.5%
Transfer Out
10%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
43.3%
$/Student
$8.4K
Class Size
Medium
50.2% 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
$4,032
In-State
$5,408
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$7,780
Books & Supplies
$1,470
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,629
After Financial Aid
$6,717
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$6,581
Receive Grants
21.4%
Take Loans
4.9%
The total cost of attendance runs about $12,629/yr, including $7,780 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $6,717.
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 Seward County Community College fund their education.
While in School
21.4%
Get Grants
Free money
4.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$32,921
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$6,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$69/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $6,500, 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 Seward County Community College.
Gender
60.8%
Female
39%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,166
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
56.5%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
17.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 61% of the student body. 56.5% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 7.1% 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
1,166
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
Seward County Community College fields 6 varsity teams with 192 student athletes, about 16% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
192
16% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
59% / 41%
114
Men
78
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 Seward County Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$41,445
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$37K
134 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$77K
28 grads
4yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$53K
12 grads
1yr Earnings
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions
—
5 grads
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
—
4 grads
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)
—
4 grads
Graduates earn about $37K six years out, growing to $41K 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.