Labette Community College

200 S 14th, Parsons, KS, 67357-4201
Tel: (620)421-6700
Public | 1,999 students
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COLLEGE HIGHLIGHTS:
  • Labette Community College serves 1,999 students (40% of students are full-time).
  • The school's student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the college average of 21:1.
  • Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body.
  • Labette Community College is the only community colleges within Labette County, KS.
  • The nearest community college is ( miles away).

School Overview:
Labette 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)		 82 staff 63 staff
Student Body
Total Enrollment 1,999 students 1,418 students
Student / Staff Ratio 1:24 1:21
# Full-Time Students		 799 students 1,262 students
# Part-Time Students		 1,200 students 1,508 students
 
% American Indian/Alaskan		 3% 1%
% Asian		 3% 2%
% Hawaiian		 1% 1%
% Hispanic		 1% 6%
% Black		 4% 15%
% White		 88% 62%
% Two or more races		 - 2%
 
Finances and Admission
In-State Tuition Fees
(2010-11)		 $2,310 $4,485
 
Out-State Tuition Fees
(2010-11)		 $2,310 $8,679
 

School Notes:

  • The College has evolved from a city college primarily serving those students who wished to transfer to a four-year institution to a comprehensive community college offering transfer degrees, professional/technical degrees and certificates, continuing education, customized training for business and industry, lifelong learning opportunities, and a variety of programs and services for Southeast Kansas and the four-state region.
  • The Associate in Arts (AA), Associate in Science (AS), and Associate in General Studies (AGS) degrees are designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution and pursue a baccalaureate degree. All degrees and concentrations available at LCC are described in this catalog. The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree is for students who plan to seek employment after completing an associate degree in a professional/technical area.
  • Labette Community College has a tradition of bringing musical events, theatrical productions and art displays to the people of Southeast Kansas.
  • Parsons Kansas was founded in 1870. Parsons is located in an area of flat plains and rolling hills in northern Labette, [LB], County. Historically, Parsons began as a railroad town and it is still a transportation hub served by the Union Pacific and highways US-59, US-400, and US-160.
  • Sports Associations Memberships: National Athletic Association, National Junior College Athletic Association

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