Butler Community College

901 S Haverhill Rd
El Dorado, KS 67042
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings
  • 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 7,175 students (43% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the state community college average of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 39%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 7,175 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,294
  • Out-state tuition: $5,034
  • Student:teacher ratio: 13:1
  • Minority enrollment: 32%
  • 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 567 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Butler Community College
(KS) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
567 staff
170 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Butler Community College has declined by 9% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 has decreased from 14:1 over five years.
The Butler Community College diversity score of 0.52 is less than the state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has declined by 10% over five years.
Total Enrollment
7,175 students
1,530 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
10:1
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# Full-Time Students
3,094 students
628 students
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# Part-Time Students
4,081 students
902 students
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This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of Butler Community College.
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
506 students
230 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3,094 students
581 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
2 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
4,081 students
902 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
1 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
364 students
342 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
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% Asian
5%
3%
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% Hispanic
9%
14%
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% Black
7%
8%
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% White
68%
61%
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% Two or more races
n/a
3%
% Non Resident races
2%
2%
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% Unknown races
8%
8%
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Kansas.
Diversity Score
0.52
0.59
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
28%
39%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.65%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,700
$34,000
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $3,294 is less than the state average of $3,545. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,034 is more than the state average of $4,477. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,294
$3,545
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,034
$4,477
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
87%
91%
This chart displays the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in Butler Community College and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in Kansas by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,000
$8,892
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,467
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Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
ACT Composite
n/a
21
Source: 2021 (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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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 7,175 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,294
  • Out-state tuition: $5,034
  • Student:teacher ratio: 13:1
  • Minority enrollment: 32%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For Kansas public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,545 per year for in-state students and $4,477 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $18,155 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

Kansas community colleges have a diversity score of 0.59, which is lower than the national average of 0.71. The most diverse community college in Kansas is Donnelly College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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