Barton County Community College

Comprehensive information about programs, admissions, costs, and enrollment

Also known as: Barton Community College

Great Bend, KS
(620) 792-2701
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โœ“ GI Bill approved ยท 191 GI Bill students

What Are the Key Stats for Barton County Community College?

Annual Tuition & Fees (In-State)

$4,032

Total Enrollment

5,092

Graduation Rate

33%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

859

Last reported year

How Barton County Community College Compares

5,092 enrolled students โ€” Barton County Community College operates at meaningful scale for trade education. Graduation at 33% and a $8,803 average net price are the most direct cost-and-outcome comparison points against peer schools. Larger institutions typically have more robust placement support and stronger employer relationships in the region.

Where is Barton County Community College?

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What are the Most Popular Programs at Barton County Community College

324 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 24.0101
106 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 51.3902
64 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 51.0810
56 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 48.0508
43 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 51.3801

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Barton County Community College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("โ€”") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric โ€” they never mean zero.

In the Welding program at Barton County Community College, 85% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 86% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $16,703 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
Welding86%85%85%$16,703
Medical Laboratory Technology37%32%32%โ€”
Adult Health Care-Certified Nurse Aide100%73%68%โ€”
Medical Coding100%98%98%โ€”
Pharmacy Technician100%16%16%โ€”

All 15 verified program outcomes for Barton County Community College โ†’

Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.

Explore Barton County Community College

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Enrollment

Barton County Community College enrolls 5,092 students. The student body is 57.5% women, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 52% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Barton County Community College maintains a 18:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing strong opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a developing 52% retention rate for full-time students, reflecting student satisfaction and effective academic programs. The college accommodates diverse student needs with flexible enrollment options for part-time and working students.

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Faculty & Staff

Barton County Community College employs 59 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 18:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides strong opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. With 61% of faculty holding tenure, students benefit from experienced educators committed to teaching excellence.

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Programs

Barton County Community College offers programs in 11 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide, and Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance). In 2025, the college awarded 859 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition and fees at Barton County Community College is $4,032 for in-state students and $4,960 for out-of-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $8,803. Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

Barton County Community College achieves a 39.1% overall completion rate for students who complete their programs. Students typically complete their programs in 5 years, balancing academic rigor with timely graduation. The college supports working students with a 35% success rate for this population.

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Institution Details

Sector PUBLIC 2 YEAR
Control PUBLIC
Level AT LEAST 2 BUT LESS THAN 4 YEARS
Degree Granting Yes

Contact Information

Address
245 NE 30th Road
Great Bend, KS, 67530
Administrator
Marcus Garstecki
President

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $4,032
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $4,960
Average Net Price $8,803

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 00460800
EIN: 480720175
IPEDS ID: 154697
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