Butler Community College

901 S Haverhill Rd
El Dorado, KS 67042
Top-Ranked (2026): 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 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 (2026)

  • 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
0
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
0
Institution Control
Public
0
Colors
Purple, Gold
Total Faculty
216 staff
50 staff
Number of Programs Offered
-2
13

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 more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 18% over five years.
Total Enrollment
6,841 students
1,446 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
28:1
# Full-Time Students
2,934 students
531 students
# Part-Time Students
3,907 students
915 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
429 students
294 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,934 students
529 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
13 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,907 students
892 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
5 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
361 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
5%
3%
% Hispanic
15%
16%
% Black
9%
9%
% White
60%
59%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
n/a
4%
% Non Resident races
3%
2%
% Unknown races
8%
6%
Diversity Score
0.60
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
31%
42%
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 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%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,000
$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

  • 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 Facts (2026)

  • 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)

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Did You Know?

For Kansas public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,402 per year for in-state students and $4,296 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $17,451 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Kansas is 85%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

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