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Seward County Community College

Community CollegeHSITown: Remote

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

NursingAllied HealthMedical Lab ScienceTransfer PathwaysHSI

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

Low GraduationHigh Graduation
50.2%

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%

Low

Default 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

57.3%
24.4%
7.1%
3.3%
2.1%
2.1%
Hispanic
White
International
Black
Asian
Multiracial

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

RuralCity
Town: Remote

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

MenWomen
69
Soccer
39
Basketball
31
Baseball
22
Tennis
18
Softball

Every Varsity Team

Soccer69Basketball39Baseball31Tennis22Softball18Volleyball13

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

$37K
6yr
$36K
8yr
$41K
10yr

Popular Programs

Top 6

Liberal 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Seward County Community College

How much does Seward County Community College cost?
Tuition at Seward County Community College is $4,032 for in-state students and $5,408 for out-of-state students. 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.
What is the graduation rate at Seward County Community College?
Seward County Community College has a graduation rate of 50.2%. 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.
How much do Seward County Community College graduates earn?
The median earnings for Seward County Community College graduates is $41,445 ten years after enrollment. 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.

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.