Colby Community College
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Colby Community College provides effective tools to advance learning opportunities that fulfill the educational goals of all students, while supporting lifelong learning experiences that meet the needs of the communities it serves. ...
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- Community College Avg.
| County | Thomas County, KS | - |
| Title IV Eligible | YES | Yes |
| Carnegie Classification | Associate of Arts Colleges | Associate of Arts Colleges |
| Institution Level | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control | Public | Public |
| Full-Time Undergraduate | 820 students | 1,020 students |
| Part-Time Undergraduate | 901 students | 1,444 students |
| Total Enrollment | 1,721 students | 2,213 students |
| Total Dormitory Capacity | 400 students | 229 students |
| Tuition | $48/ch | - |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 91% | 78% |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants | 41% | 46% |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received | $2,639 | $2,845 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants | 1% | 29% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received | $500 | $1,273 |
| % Students Receiving Institutional Grants | 73% | 12% |
| Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received | $1,543 | $1,146 |
| % Students Receiving Loans | 43% | 38% |
| Avg. Amount Of Loan Received | $2,544 | $3,129 |
School Notes:
- In addition to the main 80-acre campus in Colby, the college operates a 60-acre agricultural center east of the city. Students in agriculture-related programs utilize the college farm as a hands-on laboratory and training facility.
- A pioneer in outreach education, CCC accommodates hundreds of off-campus students by offering classes at 27 locations in the 14-county service area.
- Colby Community College offers a myriad of choices when it comes to selecting a program of study. There are over 60 academic and vocational programs to choose from in many of today's high-demand career fields. Academic programs focus on fulfilling general education requirements to prepare students for successful transfer to a four-year institution or entry into the job market. Vocational programs feature two years of intensive training preparing students for employment immediately upon graduation.
- Colby Community College is a member of the prestigious, nationally-known Jayhawk Conference. Varsity sports include basketball, wrestling, volleyball, track, cross country, softball, baseball and rodeo. In addition, CCC has an enthusiastic cheerleading squad and Troianns Dance Team. Students at CCC enjoy a variety of activities including intramural sports and a variety of clubs and organizations. The college also offers a fitness center and indoor swimming pool for both student and public use.
- Colby Community College is coordinated by the Kansas Board of Regents and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association.
- We have several new majors including Massage Therapy, Feedlot Certification, and Entrepreneurship. We will be adding more new majors soon-call Admissions for that Information!
- Profile last updated: 10/23/2008.
In the News:
- Balanced scoring propels Lancer women to big win (Scottsbluff Star-Herald)
posted on November 21, 2009 at 06:45:01 am
A balanced-scoring effort propelled the Eastern Wyoming College women’s basketball team to a 64-57 win over McCook Community College Friday in the first day of the Northeastern Junior College Tournament in Sterling, Colo. - WNCC men, women capture wins in basketball games (Scottsbluff Star-Herald)
posted on November 20, 2009 at 07:16:03 am
COLBY, Kan. - The Western Nebraska Community College women's basketball team shot nearly 50 percent from the field Saturday while racing to an 86-68 victory over Colby Community College in the Cougars' season opener. - Baker holds off Kansas Wesleyan men, 63-60 (Salina Journal)
posted on November 18, 2009 at 11:09:52 am
Kansas Wesleyan basketball coach Mike Davert's biggest concern entering the Coyotes' game Tuesday against Baker was his team's shaky defensive play. The Coyotes' effort was better, according to Davert, but the numbers suggest there's still work to be done. - Versatility driving force for ACCC men (The Iola Register)
posted on November 17, 2009 at 07:43:50 pm
Starting a new season with the first six games at home is a good thing. Allen County Community College’s men open the 2009-2010 Tuesday at home against Haskell College’s junior varsity. Then Hutchinson and State Fair come to town Nov. 10 and Nov. 13. - Women's b-ball takes on Arizona for win (Sun Advocate)
posted on November 17, 2009 at 05:19:06 pm
Spending most of their preseason time on the road, the CEU woman's basketball team headed south to Yuma Arizona for the Desert Classic Tournament Nov. 12 and 13.
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