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Mid-Plains Community College

1101 Halligan Drive
North Platte, NE 69101

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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 (2023)

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 grown by 103% 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/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's

Institution Level

At least 2 but less than 4 years

Institution Control

Public

Total Faculty

323 staff

18 staff

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School Calendar

Link to School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Mid-Plains Community College has declined by 6% 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 12% over five years.

Total Enrollment

2,075 students

1,133 students

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Student : Teacher Ratio

6:1

10:1

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# Full-Time Students

756 students

219 students

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# Part-Time Students

1,319 students

914 students

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# 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

914 students

Total Dormitory Capacity

357 students

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% American Indian/Alaskan

n/a

% Asian

n/a

% Hispanic

11%

% Black

% White

82%

74%

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% Two or more races

% Non Resident races

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% Unknown races

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Diversity Score

0.32

0.43

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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)

47%

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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)

n/a

0.15%

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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Acceptance Rate

n/a

96%

Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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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 (2023)

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)

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 CHI Health School of Radiologic Technology. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.