Home > Nebraska > Scotts Bluff County > Scottsbluff

Western Nebraska Community College

1601 East 27th Street
Scottsbluff, NE 69361

View full size Get directions

Top Ranked (2025): View Rankings

Tel: (308) 635-3606

www.wncc.edu

SAVE SCHOOL

Western Nebraska Community College is a comprehensive community college committed to serving the residents of western Nebraska with higher education and lifelong learning opportunities. The faculty, staff, and the Board of Governors seek to provide leadership in education while responding to the identified needs of area residents by providing high quality educational programs and support services that are accessible to all who can benefit from them.

School Highlights

Western Nebraska Community College serves 2,012 students (34% of students are full-time).

The college's student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the state community college average of 16:1.

Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 37%.

Quick Stats (2025)

Enrollment: 2,012 students
In-state tuition: $2,496
Out-state tuition: $2,808
Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
Minority enrollment: 39%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Western Nebraska Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 233 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.

Western Nebraska Community College

(NE) Community College Avg.

Carnegie Classification

Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional

Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)

Institution Level

At least 2 but less than 4 years

Institution Control

Public

Private not-for-profit

Total Faculty

233 staff

School Calendar

View School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Western Nebraska Community College has grown by 16% over five years.

The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 has increased from 7:1 over five years.

The Western Nebraska 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

2,012 students

165 students

This chart displays the total enrollment of Western Nebraska Community College and community college average number of enrollment of Nebraska by year, with the latest 2023-24 school year data.

Student : Teacher Ratio

9:1

16:1

This chart displays the student staff ratio of Western Nebraska Community College and community college average student staff ratio of Nebraska by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.

# Full-Time Students

690 students

127 students

This chart displays the total number of Full-time students enrollment of Western Nebraska Community College and average number of community college Full-time students enrollment of Nebraska by year, with the latest 2023-24 school year data.

# Part-Time Students

1,322 students

This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of Western Nebraska Community College.

This chart displays community college average Full-Time students and Part-Time students enrollment breakdown of Nebraska.

# Enrollment Undergraduate

201 students

26 students

# Full-Time Undergraduate Students

690 students

114 students

This chart displays the total number of Full-time undergraduate students enrollment of Western Nebraska Community College and average number of community college Full-time undergraduate students enrollment of Nebraska by year, with the latest 2023-24 school year data.

# Full-Time Graduate Students

n/a

14 students

# Part-Time Undergraduate Students

1,322 students

Total Dormitory Capacity

336 students

357 students

This chart displays the dormitory capacity of Western Nebraska Community College and the community college average dormitory capacity of Nebraska by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.

% American Indian/Alaskan

% Asian

% Hispanic

26%

16%

This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Western Nebraska Community College and the percentage of Hispanic community college students in Nebraska by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.

% Black

% White

61%

63%

This chart displays the percentage of White students in Western Nebraska Community College and the percentage of White community college students in Nebraska by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.

% Hawaiian

n/a

% Two or more races

n/a

% Non Resident races

This chart displays the percentage of Non Resident students in Western Nebraska Community College and the percentage of Non Resident community college students in Nebraska by year, with the latest 2023-24 school year data.

% Unknown races

This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Western Nebraska Community College.

This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Nebraska.

0.56

0.57

This chart displays the diversity score of Western Nebraska Community College and the community college average diversity score of Nebraska by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.

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

0.3356%

0.4502%

This chart displays completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Western Nebraska Community College and community college average completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Nebraska by year, with the latest 2023-24 school year data.

Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)

$31,500

$35,400

This chart displays average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Western Nebraska Community College and community college average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Nebraska by year, disaggregated by student subgroups with the latest 2012-13 school year data.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $2,496 is less than the state average of $4,615. The in-state tuition has declined by 16% over four years.

The public out-state tuition of $2,808 is less than the state average of $5,803. The out-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.

In-State Tuition Fees

$2,496

$4,615

This chart displays tuition fees for an in-state student of Western Nebraska Community College and the public community college average tuition fees for an in-state student of Nebraska by year, with the latest 2023-24 school year data.

Out-State Tuition Fees

$2,808

$5,803

This chart displays tuition fees for an out-of-state student of Western Nebraska Community College and the public community college average tuition fees for an out-of-state student of Nebraska by year, with the latest 2023-24 school year data.

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid

96%

81%

This chart displays the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in Western Nebraska Community College and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in Nebraska by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.

Median Debt for Graduates

$9,203

$11,000

This chart displays median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in Western Nebraska Community College and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in Nebraska by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.

Median Debt for Dropouts

$4,500

$5,161

This chart displays median debt for students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Western Nebraska Community College and average median debt for community college students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Nebraska by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.

Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

Western Nebraska Community College is known for providing students with a great education at an affordable price. Since opening its doors in 1926, WNCC has provided high quality educational opportunities for students of all ages from around the world. Today, WNCC offers more than 80 degree and certificate programs through a semester system. WNCC remains committed to vocational and academic excellence and prepares students for success in the real world. WNCC's main campus is located in Scottsbluff, NE, on the western edge of the Nebraska panhandle. The Sidney Center is located 70 miles south of the main campus in Sidney, NE. The Scottsbluff Campus main structure is comprised of three classroom areas, an academic computing center, a theatre/music area, a 2,201 seat gymnasium, and a comprehensive library, and interactive video distance learning classrooms. Pioneer Hall is a three-level residence hall for both male and female students. Attached to this facility is the Pioneer Activity Center.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Western Nebraska Community College cost?

Western Nebraska Community College's tuition is approximately $2,496 for In-State students and $2,808 for Out-State students.

What is Western Nebraska Community College's ranking?

Western Nebraska Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Nebraska for: Least expensive tuition.

Recent Articles

March 13, 2025

Obtaining Your Bachelor's Degree at a Community College

Explore the evolving landscape of community colleges offering bachelor's degrees, addressing affordability, accessibility, and workforce needs.

March 11, 2025

A to Z of Community College Certificates and Courses

From business and healthcare to technology and skilled trades, the article showcases the breadth of options available to students seeking to enhance their knowledge, develop new skills, or pursue career advancement.

March 06, 2025

What is a Community College?

This comprehensive guide explains what a community college is, its history, and its role in higher education. It covers the types of programs offered, differences from four-year colleges, benefits of attending, and important considerations for prospective students, providing valuable insights for those exploring educational options.

Quick Stats (2025)

Enrollment: 2,012 students
In-state tuition: $2,496
Out-state tuition: $2,808
Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
Minority enrollment: 39%
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 of 0.57, which is higher than the national average of 0.00. The most diverse community college in Nebraska is CHI Health School of Radiologic Technology. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.