School Highlights
Barton County Community College serves 4,094 students (34% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the state community college average of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 37%.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Enrollment: 4,094 students
- In-state tuition: $3,008
- Out-state tuition: $4,000
- Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
- Minority enrollment: 38%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Barton County Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 359 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Barton County Community College
(KS) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
359 staff
156 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Barton County Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 has decreased from 12:1 over five years.
The Barton County Community College diversity score of 0.57 is equal to the state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,094 students
1,530 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
# Full-Time Students
1,398 students
628 students
# Part-Time Students
2,696 students
902 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
375 students
230 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,398 students
628 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
2 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,696 students
902 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
1 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
342 students
342 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
2%
3%
% Hispanic
14%
14%
% Black
15%
9%
% White
62%
63%
% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
% Two or more races
3%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
2%
4%
Diversity Score
0.57
0.57
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
39%
39%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.65%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,600
$34,000
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,008 is less than the state average of $3,484. The in-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,000 is less than the state average of $4,443. The out-state tuition has grown by 15% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,008
$3,484
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,000
$4,443
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
86%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,500
$8,892
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,467
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
ACT Composite
n/a
21
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Barton is known for its quality services, great history and tradition and ongoing excellence with tremendous faculty and staff. You have a district of wonderful constituents in a fine community. You have unique needs as an individual, and our curriculum is designed to serve them. You may want to start on a bachelor's degree, prepare for a vocation, or explore your alternatives. The type of degree or certificate earned associated with the different majors like Associate of Arts, Associate of Applied Science, Associate of General Studies, Associate of Science and Certificate. Community Education supports Barton's mission by providing innovative educational opportunities. Our success is defined by our ability to identify new educational markets, to develop and enhance quality instructional programs, to initiate and sustain partnerships with the campus community and the College's constituents, and to provide exceptional service that yields comprehensive student learning.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Barton County Community College cost?
Barton County Community College's tuition is approximately $3,008 for In-State students and $4,000 for Out-State students.
What is Barton County Community College's ranking?
Barton County Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Kansas for: Largest student body.
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