Mid-Plains Community College

  • North Platte Community College has two Campuses. The North Platte Campuses have grown to serve over 1200 academic transfer and vocational program students. The dedication and support by citizens and alumni speak well for the institution and its programs. The North Campus central facility was constructed in 1970 and enlarged in 1972. Adjacent shop buildings have subsequently been added throughout the past ten years. A variety of technical educational programs are available on the North Campus in health, transportation, building construction, electronics and information technology.

School Highlights

Mid-Plains Community College serves 2,075 students (36% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the state community college average of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 26%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 2,075 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,820
  • Out-state tuition: $3,540
  • Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
  • Minority enrollment: 18%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Overview

The teacher population of 323 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Mid-Plains Community College
(NE) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
323 staff
233 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Mid-Plains Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 has decreased from 7:1 over five years.
The Mid-Plains Community College diversity score of 0.32 is less than the state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has grown by 11% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,075 students
2,030 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
10:1
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# Full-Time Students
756 students
711 students
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# Part-Time Students
1,319 students
1,319 students
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This chart display the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of Mid-Plains Community College.
This chart display community college average Full-Time students and Part-Time students enrollment breakdown of NE.
# Enrollment Undergraduate
131 students
295 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
756 students
219 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
14 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,319 students
1,319 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
357 students
357 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
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% Asian
n/a
3%
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% Hispanic
9%
11%
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% Black
2%
6%
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% White
82%
74%
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% Two or more races
3%
2%
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% Non Resident races
2%
1%
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% Unknown races
1%
3%
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This chart display the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in NE.
Diversity Score
0.32
0.43
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
47%
47%
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Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,700
$35,400
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $2,820 is less than the state average of $4,615. The in-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $3,540 is less than the state average of $5,803. The out-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,820
$4,615
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$3,540
$5,803
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
91%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$8,885
$11,000
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,161
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Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Mid-Plains Community College cost?
Mid-Plains Community College's tuition is approximately $2,820 for In-State students and $3,540 for Out-State students.
What schools are Mid-Plains Community College often compared to?
Mid-Plains Community Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Central Community College by visitors of our site.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 2,075 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,820
  • Out-state tuition: $3,540
  • Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
  • Minority enrollment: 18%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For Nebraska public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,615 per year for in-state students and $5,803 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $16,095 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

Nebraska community colleges have a diversity score of 0.43, which is lower than the national average of 0.70. The most diverse community college in Nebraska is Myotherapy Institute. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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