- Butler Community College exists to develop responsible, involved lifelong learners and to contribute to the vitality of the communities it serves.
School Highlights
Butler Community College serves 6,841 students (43% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the state community college average of 28:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 41%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 6,841 students
- In-state tuition: $3,294
- Out-state tuition: $5,034
- Student-teacher ratio: 32:1
- Minority enrollment: 40%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Butler Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 216 teachers has declined by 61% over five years.
Butler Community College
(KS) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Year Founded
1927
Total Faculty
216 staff
50 staff
School Calendar
AccreditationAccred.
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Student Body
The student population of Butler Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 32:1 has increased from 14:1 over five years.
The Butler Community College diversity score of 0.60 is less than the state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has grown by 18% over five years.
Total Enrollment
6,841 students
1,446 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
28:1
# Full-Time Students
2,934 students
531 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
3,907 students
915 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
6,841 students
1,376 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,934 students
529 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,907 students
915 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Asian
5%
3%
% Hispanic
15%
16%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
9%
9%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
60%
59%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Non Resident races
3%
2%
% Unknown races
7%
6%
Diversity Score
0.60
0.61
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
31%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,700
$34,000
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $3,294 is less than the state average of $3,402. The in-state tuition has declined by 21% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,034 is more than the state average of $4,296. The out-state tuition has declined by 15% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,294
$3,402
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,034
$4,296
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
88%
90%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,000
$9,071
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,467
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Butler Community College exists to develop responsible, involved lifelong learners and to contribute to the vitality of the communities it serves. We expect our students to become a full partner in the learning process. In return we offer them a pact, our Learning PACT, so they can develop the skills and abilities that are vital for success in the 21st century. This Learning PACT, which is integrated into all our courses and programs as well our extra curricular activities, focuses upon four key skill areas including Personal Development, Analytical Thinking, Communication and Technology. The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, North Central Assoc. of Colleges, National League of Nursing and Kansas State Board of Nursing.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Butler Community College cost?
Butler Community College's tuition is approximately $3,294 for In-State students and $5,034 for Out-State students.
What is Butler Community College's ranking?
Butler Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Kansas for: Largest student body.
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