School Highlights
Kilian Community College served 252 students (13% of students were full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 18:1 was higher than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment was 47% of the student body (majority Black), which was more than the state average of 25%.
School Overview
Kilian Community College
(SD) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Doctoral/Professional Universities
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private, non-profit
Public
Total Faculty
14 staff
208 staff
Student Body
Total Enrollment
252 students
1,321 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
34 students
295 students
# Part-Time Students
218 students
1,026 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
227 students
183 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
34 students
160 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
135 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
1,026 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
182 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
7%
3%
% Asian
n/a
2%
% Hispanic
1%
5%
% Black
13%
7%
% White
53%
75%
% Hawaiian
n/a
2%
% Two or more races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
26%
4%
Diversity Score
0.63
0.43
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
25%
38%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
33%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$24,500
$38,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Private State Tuition Fees
$10,890
$13,287
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
88%
90%
Median Debt for Graduates
$17,125
$12,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$6,000
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Located in the heart of the city, near the Falls of the Big Sioux River in downtown Sioux Falls, Kilan is the city's only community college.
- Established in 1977, Kilian Community College provides higher learning and serves new-traditional students by meeting them where they are and getting them to where they need to go. Kilian is renowned for its empowering approach to education. By being accessible, supportive, relevant, and trusted, Kilian helps students enter the workforce with an education, a sense of accomplishment, and a confidence that keeps them on the path to success.
- Kilian Community College focuses on helping every student succeed. Our faculty and staff help you create your own goals, pathways, and direction. We will take the journey with you until you reach your destination.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Kilian Community College cost?
Kilian Community College's private state tuition is approximately $10,890.
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