- 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 7,008 students (42% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the state community college average of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 96%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 7,008 students
- In-state tuition: $3,294
- Out-state tuition: $5,034
- Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 99%
- 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
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Butler Community College has declined by 12% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has decreased from 14:1 over five years.
The Butler Community College diversity score of 0.59 is less than the state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
7,008 students
1,453 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
# Full-Time Students
2,931 students
564 students
# Part-Time Students
4,077 students
889 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
506 students
230 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,931 students
556 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
4,077 students
886 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
5 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
364 students
342 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
5%
3%
% Asian
8%
8%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
14%
14%
% White
1%
4%
% Hawaiian
61%
60%
% Two or more races
9%
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
2%
6%
Diversity Score
0.59
0.61
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3114%
0.4276%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.2154%
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 $3,402. The in-state tuition has declined by 6% 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 5% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,294
$3,402
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,034
$4,296
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
92%
90%
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: 2023 (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: Average community college minority breakdown and Largest student body.
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