Learning comes first at JCCC. The college delivers lifelong educational programs and services that are convenient and accessible; provides professional training opportunities; provides opportunities for personal growth and cultural enrichment; maintains a caring, supportive environment; stimulates economic development and is accountable to its stakeholders.
School Highlights
Johnson County Community College serves 13,891 students (34% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is same as the state community college average of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 37%.
Quick Stats (2023)
Enrollment: 13,891 students
In-state tuition: $3,090
Out-state tuition: $6,180
Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
Minority enrollment: 35%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The student population of Johnson County Community College has declined by 25% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has decreased from 13:1 over five years.
The Johnson County Community College diversity score of 0.56 is less than the state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
13,891 students
1,459 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
# Full-Time Students
4,765 students
628 students
# Part-Time Students
9,126 students
902 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
104 students
230 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
4,765 students
628 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
2 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
9,126 students
888 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
1 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
342 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
4%
3%
% Hispanic
10%
14%
% Black
7%
9%
% White
65%
63%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
2%
2%
% Unknown races
6%
4%
Diversity Score
0.56
0.57
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
10.24%
2.09%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.65%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$39,000
$34,000
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,090 is less than the state average of $3,484. The in-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,180 is more than the state average of $4,443. The out-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,090
$3,484
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,180
$4,443
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
66%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,000
$8,892
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,182
$5,467
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
ACT Composite
n/a
21
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
With more than 34,000 students enrolled in credit and continuing
education classes each semester, Johnson County Community College
is the state's third largest institution of higher education and
the largest of its 19 community colleges. JCCC offers a full range
of undergraduate credit courses that form the first two years of
most college curricula. The college has more than 100 transfer
agreements with area colleges and universities that ensure
admittance to specific programs such as business, engineering and
education. JCCC students are able to begin their first two years of
a four-year degree program here and complete that degree on
schedule. JCCC's continuing education program is the largest, most
comprehensive in the Kansas City area. Through the Center for
Business and Technology, participants can take courses in
management and computer application or seminars and workshops that
lead to professional certification and licensure. Personal
enrichment classes, on topics ranging from gardening to money
management, are also offered, while nationally and internationally
performing and visual artists appear in the performance spaces and
Gallery of Art in JCCC's Carlsen Center. The campus, centrally
located in the county on 234 acres, opened in 1972. There are 18
major buildings on campus. Currently under construction are the
Regnier Center for Technology and Business and the Nerman Museum of
Contemporary Art.
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Quick Stats (2023)
Enrollment: 13,891 students
In-state tuition: $3,090
Out-state tuition: $6,180
Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
Minority enrollment: 35%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
For Kansas public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,484 per year for in-state students and $4,443 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $18,155 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
