Colby Community College Tuition & Completion (2026)
Colby Community College is a public community college in Colby, Kansas, enrolling about 838 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $7,886 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $4,140. Student demographics in federal data include White (72.2%) and Non-Resident Alien (8.1%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $4,140
- 2024 Average Net Price: $7,886 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 838 63.8% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 55.26%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 40.3%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 2.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 28.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 93.9%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 2,272
- Room & Board: $8,562 annual estimate
Colby Community College: what the data shows
Common questions about Colby Community College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Colby Community College?
Colby Community College is located in Colby, KS (ZIP 67701).
NCES locale classification: Town remote.
Is Colby Community College public or private?
Colby Community College is a Public institution.
How much does Colby Community College cost?
Published tuition: $4,140 in-state, $5,830 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $7,886.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $7,707 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $13,160 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $13,160 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $16,560.
How big is Colby Community College?
Total enrollment: 838 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 2,272 students.
About 64% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Colby Community College?
150%-time completion rate: 55.26%.
First-year retention: 65.7%.
What do graduates of Colby Community College earn?
Median earnings: $38,878 six years after entry; $41,889 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $8,908.
22.11% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Colby Community College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (171 completions)
- Veterinary Office Management/Administration (59 completions)
- Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide (56 completions)
- Solar Energy Technology/Technician (49 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (28 completions)
- Forklift Operation/Operator (26 completions)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (26 completions)
- Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant (24 completions)
- Telecommunications Technology/Technician (24 completions)
- Education/Teaching of Individuals with Traumatic Brain Injuries (23 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Colby Community College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 55.26%; median earnings $41,889 at 10 years; net price $7,886. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$4,140
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Colby Community College was $4,140.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$7,886
2024 Value
In 2024 Colby Community College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $7,886.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$31,544 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$7,886 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$16,560 4-Year In-State Tuition
$23,320 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$8,562 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,064 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$13,766 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$55,064 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Colby Community College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
22.11% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
17.96% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Colby Community College was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Colby Community College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $3,136 | $4,864 | $6,050 |
| 2014 | $3,110 | $4,640 | $7,822 |
| 2015 | $3,150 | $4,920 | $8,489 |
| 2016 | $3,150 | $4,920 | $7,386 |
| 2017 | $3,450 | $5,130 | $7,866 |
| 2018 | $3,608 | $5,298 | $9,546 |
| 2019 | $3,698 | $5,385 | $9,905 |
| 2020 | $3,784 | $5,474 | $9,504 |
| 2021 | $3,863 | $5,553 | $9,673 |
| 2022 | $3,964 | $5,654 | $6,222 |
| 2023 | $4,046 | $5,736 | $8,021 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Colby Community College reported total enrollment of about 838 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 31% male and 69% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (72.2%), Non-Resident Alien (8.1%), and Black or African American (6.7%). About 22.11% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 40.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
63.8% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Colby Community College in 2024 is 838 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 2,272 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
65.7%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 72.2%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
50.00% 100% Completion Time
55.26% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 50.00% of students graduating from Colby Community College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 37% male / 63% female
- Veterinary Office Management/Administration: 3% male / 97% female
- Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide: 9% male / 91% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Colby Community College.
Return on Investment
$8,908 Median Student Debt
$41,889 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
21.27% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1227.95% Return on Investment
2.1 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Colby Community College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 21 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 171 completions
2. Veterinary Office Management/Administration: 59 completions
3. Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide: 56 completions
4. Solar Energy Technology/Technician: 49 completions
5. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 28 completions
6. Forklift Operation/Operator: 26 completions
7. Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training: 26 completions
8. Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant: 24 completions
9. Telecommunications Technology/Technician: 24 completions
Most popular programs at Colby Community College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Colby Community College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Colby Community College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 93.9%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $6,017
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $5,116
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Colby Community College is a public institution located in Colby, KS, classified as Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Veterinary Office Management/Administration, Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide. Enrollment is approximately 838 students. Student body composition includes White (72.2%), Non-Resident Alien (8.1%), Black or African American (6.7%). The 150%-time completion rate is 55.26%. Approximately 22.11% of students receive Pell Grants. About 40.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
Location
Colby, KS 67701
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
Colby Community College provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Colby Community College located?
Colby Community College is located in Colby, KS.
How much does Colby Community College cost?
Reported tuition is $4,140 and average net price is $7,886 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $8,562 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Colby Community College?
Colby Community College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 2,272 students, White (72.2%), Non-Resident Alien (8.1%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Colby Community College?
About 40.3% of students at Colby Community College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Colby Community College earn?
Median earnings are $38,878 six years after entry and $41,889 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Colby Community College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 55.3% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Colby Community College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $8,908.
Is Colby Community College public or private?
Colby Community College is a public institution located in Colby, KS.
Is Colby Community College an HBCU?
No. Colby Community College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Colby Community College a tribal college?
No. Colby Community College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Colby Community College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Colby Community College does not meet that proxy (reported share 5.5%).
Is Colby Community College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Colby Community College in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Kansas college costs
- Kansas colleges by ROI
- Kansas trade schools profile
- Plains regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Kansas
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.