- Colby Community College provides effective tools to advance learning opportunities that fulfill the educational goals of all students, while supporting lifelong learning experiences that meet the needs of the communities it serves.
School Highlights
Colby Community College serves 1,317 students (44% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is same as the state community college average of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the state average of 96%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 1,317 students
- In-state tuition: $121
- Out-state tuition: $175
- Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
- Minority enrollment: 89%
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
The teacher population of 119 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Colby 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
119 staff
170 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Colby Community College has declined by 6% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 has decreased from 12:1 over five years.
The Colby Community College diversity score of 0.45 is less than the state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,317 students
1,453 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
# Full-Time Students
576 students
564 students
# Part-Time Students
741 students
889 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
102 students
230 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
576 students
556 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
741 students
886 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
5 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
276 students
342 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
3%
% Asian
6%
8%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
4%
14%
% White
11%
4%
% Hawaiian
73%
60%
% Two or more races
1%
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
4%
6%
Diversity Score
0.45
0.61
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.5095%
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)
$35,000
$34,000
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $121 is less than the state average of $3,402. The in-state tuition has declined by 96% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $175 is less than the state average of $4,296. The out-state tuition has declined by 96% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$121
$3,402
Out-State Tuition Fees
$175
$4,296
Tuition Notes
Per credit hour rates. Additional rates available for regional states.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
88%
90%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,793
$8,892
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,467
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
ACT Composite
n/a
21
Sports
Total Sports Offered
11 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Equestrian, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball, Winter Track, Wrestling
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Art Club, Collegiate Farm Bureau
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Vocal Music
Art Club, Collegiate Farm Bureau
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Vocal Music
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Colby Community College is located in northwest Kansas, approximately 50 miles from the Nebraska and Colorado borders. From a humble beginning of the 99 students in 1964, CCC now serves more than 1,900 students annually.In addition to an 80-acre main campus, CCC has a 60-acre farm used as a hands-on laboratory and training facility. The college also accommodates hundreds of off-campus students through face-to-face, online, and hybrid courses.
- A number of studies conclude CCC is a solid educational investment. Colby has a strong history of student performance, including the highest retention rate and the highest graduation rate among all Kansas community colleges in 2018 and 2019.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Colby Community College cost?
Colby Community College's tuition is approximately $121 for In-State students and $175 for Out-State students.
What sports does Colby Community College offer?
Colby Community College offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Equestrian, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball, Winter Track and Wrestling.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Colby Community College is Northwest Kansas Technical College (34.6 miles away)
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