Cowley County Community College

125 S 2nd St, Arkansas City, KS, 67005
Tel: (620)442-0430
Public | 4,485 students
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COLLEGE HIGHLIGHTS:
  • Cowley County Community College serves 4,485 students (52% of students are full-time).
  • The school's student:teacher ratio of 45:1 is higher than the college average of 21:1.
  • Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body.
  • Cowley County Community College is the only community colleges within Cowley County, KS.
  • The nearest community college is ( miles away).

School Overview:
Cowley County Community College
Community College Avg.
Institution Level At least 2 but less than 4 years At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control Public Public
Instructional Staff Total
(research/public service staff included)		 100 staff 63 staff
Student Body
Total Enrollment 4,485 students 1,418 students
Student / Staff Ratio 1:45 1:21
# Full-Time Students		 2,310 students 1,262 students
# Part-Time Students		 2,175 students 1,508 students
 
% American Indian/Alaskan		 1% 1%
% Asian		 3% 2%
% Hawaiian		 - 1%
% Hispanic		 7% 6%
% Black		 8% 15%
% White		 80% 62%
% Two or more races		 2% 2%
 
Finances and Admission
In-State Tuition Fees
(2010-11)		 $2,542 $4,485
 
Out-State Tuition Fees
(2010-11)		 $3,999 $8,679
 
Tuition $82/credit hour
Tuition Notes Tuition and fees

School Notes:

  • Cowley is both a community college with transfer programs and a vocational/technical school offering two-year job-ready degree programs, students with very diverse needs will find us a perfect educational fit. The College works hard to maintain standards of quality that will provide students with an education that will prepare them to transfer to a four year program or enter the workforce. Cowley is a cutting edge institution, respected throughout the country as a leader in innovation and quality. We strongly encourage both parents and prospective students to explore their educational opportunities with us.
  • Cowley has over 70 majors and programs of study. Degrees offered include the Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, Associate of Applied Science, Associate of General Studies, and the College Certificate.
  • Cowley College is among the fastest growing community colleges in the nation. We take pride in the quality of our education, small classes and student activities. Our main campus is located in Arkansas City, a small community of around 13,000 people in south-central Kansas. We have several outreach centers across the region including two enrollment locations located in Wichita and a center in Mulvane. If you are unable to attend our physical locations you are able to earn an accredited degree fully online!
  • Cowley County Community College and Area Vocational-Technical School is fully accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, and by the Kansas State Board of Regents.
  • Sports Associations Memberships: National Athletic Association, National Junior College Athletic Association

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