Butler Community College
- 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 7,964 students (42% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the state average of 38%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Enrollment: 7,964 students
- In-state tuition: $3,294
- Out-state tuition: $5,034
- Student:teacher ratio: 14:1
- Minority enrollment: 38%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Butler Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
School Overview
The teacher population of 567 teachers has grown by 86% over five years.
Butler Community College
(KS) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
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
156 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Butler Community College has declined by 11% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 has decreased from 31:1 over five years.
The Butler Community College diversity score of 0.58 is equal to the state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
7,964 students
1,734 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
3,315 students
777 students
# Part-Time Students
4,649 students
957 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
620 students
223 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3,315 students
777 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
4,649 students
957 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
364 students
342 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
4%
3%
% Hispanic
14%
14%
% Black
8%
8%
% White
62%
62%
% Two or more races
n/a
4%
% Non Resident races
2%
2%
% Unknown races
8%
6%
Diversity Score
0.58
0.58
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
9.75%
2.09%
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
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,294 is less than the state average of $3,484. The in-state tuition has grown by 6% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,034 is more than the state average of $4,443. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,294
$3,484
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,034
$4,443
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
82%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,000
$8,892
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,467
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
ACT Composite
n/a
21
Source: 2020 (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 and Highest completion rates.
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