- Barton Community College, previously Barton County Community College, is a public community college in Great Bend, Kansas. Its service area includes Barton, Ellsworth, Pawnee, Rush and Russell Counties, Stafford County north of US Highway 50, and northwestern Rice County.
School Highlights
Barton County Community College serves 5,092 students (27% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 41%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 5,092 students
- In-state tuition: $3,008
- Out-state tuition: $4,000
- Minority enrollment: 37%
- 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 85 teachers has declined by 76% over five years.
Barton County Community College
(KS) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
0
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
0
Institution Control
Public
0
Total Faculty
85 staff
50 staff
Number of Programs Offered
-2
13
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Barton County Community College has grown by 24% over five years.
The Barton County Community College diversity score of 0.57 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
5,092 students
1,446 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
60:1
28:1
# Full-Time Students
1,370 students
531 students
# Part-Time Students
3,722 students
915 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
327 students
294 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,370 students
529 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
13 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,722 students
892 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
5 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
342 students
361 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
5%
3%
% Hispanic
10%
16%
% Black
12%
9%
% White
63%
59%
% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
% Two or more races
5%
4%
% Non Resident races
3%
2%
% Unknown races
1%
6%
Diversity Score
0.57
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
41%
42%
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 $3,402. The in-state tuition has declined by 20% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,000 is less than the state average of $4,296. The out-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,008
$3,402
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,000
$4,296
Tuition Notes
$117 (In-District), $131 (In-State), $160 (Out-of-State), $223 (International)
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
82%
90%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,500
$9,071
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,467
Acceptance Rate
n/a
90%
ACT Composite
n/a
21
Source: 2025 (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.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Barton County Community College is Hutchinson Community College (49.8 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Hutchinson Community College
Public
1300 N Plum St
Hutchinson, KS 67501
(620) 665-3500
Hutchinson, KS 67501
(620) 665-3500
49.8 miles
Enrollment: 5,119 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Acceptance rate: 70% In-state tuition: $3,040 Out-state tuition: $4,032 Minority enrollment: 38%
Pratt Community College
Public
348 NE SR 61
Pratt, KS 67124
(620) 672-5641
Pratt, KS 67124
(620) 672-5641
52.7 miles
Enrollment: 1,322 students Student-teacher ratio: 37:1 In-state tuition: $3,140 Out-state tuition: $3,464 Minority enrollment: 35%
Central Christian College of Kansas
Private not-for-profit
1200 S Main
McPherson, KS 67460
(620) 241-0723
McPherson, KS 67460
(620) 241-0723
57.8 miles
Enrollment: 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Acceptance rate: 53% Private-state tuition: $16,204 Minority enrollment: 48%
2562 Centennial Road
Salina, KS 67401
(785) 309-3100
Salina, KS 67401
(785) 309-3100
65.1 miles
Enrollment: 1,016 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Acceptance rate: 100% In-state tuition: $4,893 Out-state tuition: $4,893 Minority enrollment: 25%
Hesston College
Private not-for-profit
301 South Main
Hesston, KS 67062
(620) 327-4221
Hesston, KS 67062
(620) 327-4221
72.9 miles
Enrollment: 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Private-state tuition: $24,214 Minority enrollment: 51%
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