Published
May 14, 2013
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School Overview: |
Metropolitan Community College Area
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Community College Avg.
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| 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) |
518 staff | 63 staff |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Enrollment | 18,523 students | 1,418 students |
| Student / Staff Ratio | 1:36 | 1:21 |
| # Full-Time Students | 7,979 students | 1,262 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 10,544 students | 1,508 students |
| % American Indian/Alaskan | 1% | 1% |
| % Asian | 3% | 2% |
| % Hawaiian | - | 1% |
| % Hispanic | 7% | 6% |
| % Black | 14% | 15% |
| % White | 75% | 62% |
| % Two or more races | 1% | 2% |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| In-State Tuition Fees (2010-11) |
$2,385 | $4,485 |
| Out-State Tuition Fees (2010-11) |
$3,443 | $8,679 |
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