- The mission of the college is to expand the tradition of excellence through learning and collaboration.
School Highlights
Hutchinson Community College serves 7,432 students (26% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the state community college average of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 40%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 7,432 students
- In-state tuition: $3,040
- Out-state tuition: $4,032
- Acceptance Rate: 70%
- Student:teacher ratio: 15:1
- Minority enrollment: 37%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Hutchinson Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 493 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Hutchinson Community College
(KS) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High 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
493 staff
155 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Hutchinson Community College has grown by 39% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 has increased from 10:1 over five years.
The Hutchinson Community College diversity score of 0.56 is less than the state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has grown by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
7,432 students
2,057 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
# Full-Time Students
1,944 students
606 students
# Part-Time Students
5,488 students
1,451 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
743 students
229 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,944 students
569 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
5,488 students
1,424 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
5 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
528 students
342 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
1%
3%
% Hispanic
12%
15%
% Black
6%
8%
% White
63%
60%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
12%
6%
Diversity Score
0.56
0.60
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
46%
41%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
31%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,800
$34,000
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,040 is less than the state average of $3,402. The in-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,032 is less than the state average of $4,296. The out-state tuition has declined by 8% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,040
$3,402
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,032
$4,296
Tuition Notes
$5,860 per year
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
91%
90%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,750
$8,892
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,467
Acceptance Rate
70%
100%
ACT Composite
n/a
21
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blue Dragon
- Hutchinson Community College/Area Vocational School will be the premier, two-year educational institution in Kansas, delivering accessible opportunities for learning, growth and improved quality of life. Hutchinson Community College and Area Vocational School has a reputation for excellence that spans nearly 70 years. Evolving from a traditional "junior college" to a full service community college/vocational school, HCC serves nearly 5,000 credit students every semester with a like number of individuals involved in community service and non-credit activities. There are two residence halls, Elland Hall and Kent Hall, providing on-campus housing for 391 students. They are conveniently located one block from the main campus. Services include commercial laundry machines, change and vending machines, TV lounges, microwaves on every floor and a cable TV outlet receiving 55 stations in each room, Roadrunner Internet access in each room, kitchenette and keycard access to the halls. Hutchinson Community College and Area Vocational School is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Hutchinson Community College cost?
Hutchinson Community College's tuition is approximately $3,040 for In-State students and $4,032 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Hutchinson Community College?
The acceptance rate of Hutchinson Community College is 70%, which is lower than the state average of 100%.
What is Hutchinson Community College's ranking?
Hutchinson Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Kansas for: Largest student body.
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