- Cowley County Community College and Area Vocational-Technical School is committed to learning excellence and personal enrichment in an open access environment.
School Highlights
Cowley County Community College serves 2,235 students (55% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is lower than the state community college average of 28:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 41%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 2,235 students
- In-state tuition: $3,204
- Out-state tuition: $5,256
- Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
- Minority enrollment: 34%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Cowley County Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 95 teachers has declined by 58% over five years.
Cowley County Community College
(KS) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Year Founded
1922
Total Faculty
95 staff
50 staff
School Calendar
AccreditationAccred.
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Student Body
The student population of Cowley County Community College has declined by 9% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 has increased from 11:1 over five years.
The Cowley County Community College diversity score of 0.54 is less than the state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has grown by 20% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,235 students
1,446 students
Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
28:1
# Full-Time Students
1,239 students
531 students
Showing 2013–2025. View full 19-year historical data
# Part-Time Students
996 students
915 students
Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data
# Enrollment Undergraduate
2,235 students
1,376 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,239 students
529 students
Showing 2013–2025. View full 19-year historical data
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
996 students
915 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
500 students
365 students
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% Hispanic
12%
16%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% Black
6%
9%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% White
66%
59%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% Two or more races
6%
4%
% Non Resident races
5%
2%
% Unknown races
1%
6%
Diversity Score
0.54
0.61
Showing 2011–2025. View full 19-year historical data
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
47%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Median Earnings 10 Years After Entry (measured in 2022-2023, in 2024 dollars)
$40,384
$45,120
Points are in the dollars of their own College Scorecard release, and the colleges behind the state line differ by period. The lines do not show inflation-adjusted growth.
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $3,204 is less than the state average of $3,402. The in-state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,256 is more than the state average of $4,296. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,204
$3,402
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,256
$4,296
Tuition Notes
Tuition and fees bas
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
94%
90%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,000
$9,071
Showing 2008–2020. View full 14-year historical data
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,750
$5,467
Showing 2008–2020. View full 14-year historical data
Sports
Total Sports Offered
10 sports
Sports
BaseballBasketball
CheeringCross Country
DanceSoccer
SoftballTennis
Track and FieldVolleyball
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Cowley is both a community college with transfer programs and a vocational/technical school offering two-year job-ready degree programs, students with very diverse needs will find us a perfect educational fit. The College works hard to maintain standards of quality that will provide students with an education that will prepare them to transfer to a four year program or enter the workforce. Cowley is a cutting edge institution, respected throughout the country as a leader in innovation and quality. We strongly encourage both parents and prospective students to explore their educational opportunities with us. Cowley has over 70 majors and programs of study. Degrees offered include the Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, Associate of Applied Science, Associate of General Studies, and the College Certificate. Cowley College is among the fastest growing community colleges in the nation. We take pride in the quality of our education, small classes and student activities. Our main campus is located in Arkansas City, a small community of around 13,000 people in south-central Kansas. We have several outreach centers across the region including two enrollment locations located in Wichita and a center in Mulvane. If you are unable to attend our physical locations you are able to earn an accredited degree fully online! Cowley County Community College and Area Vocational-Technical School is fully accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, and by the Kansas State Board of Regents.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Cowley County Community College cost?
Cowley County Community College's tuition is approximately $3,204 for In-State students and $5,256 for Out-State students.
What sports does Cowley County Community College offer?
Cowley County Community College offers 10 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Cowley County Community College's ranking?
Cowley County Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Kansas for: Largest student body.
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