Kansas City Kansas Community College Tuition & Completion
Kansas City Kansas Community College is a public community college in Kansas City, Kansas, serving roughly 3,319 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $16,744 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $3,210. Student demographics in federal data include White (35.0%) and Hispanic or Latino (26.7%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $3,210
- 2024 Average Net Price: $16,744 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 3,319 43.4% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 42.39%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 51.0%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 1.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 3.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 98.8%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 6,944
- Room & Board: $10,130 annual estimate
Kansas City Kansas Community College: what the data shows
Common questions about Kansas City Kansas Community College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Kansas City Kansas Community College?
Kansas City Kansas Community College is located in Kansas City, KS (ZIP 66112).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is Kansas City Kansas Community College public or private?
Kansas City Kansas Community College is a Public institution.
How much does Kansas City Kansas Community College cost?
Published tuition: $3,210 in-state, $6,945 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $16,744.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $16,375 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $16,358 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $17,518 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $17,987 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $12,840.
How big is Kansas City Kansas Community College?
Total enrollment: 3,319 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 6,944 students.
About 43% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Kansas City Kansas Community College?
150%-time completion rate: 42.39%.
First-year retention: 54.8%.
What do graduates of Kansas City Kansas Community College earn?
Median earnings: $34,617 six years after entry; $40,795 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $8,793.
29.07% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Kansas City Kansas Community College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (293 completions)
- Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide (213 completions)
- Food Preparation/Professional Cooking/Kitchen Assistant (70 completions)
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician (69 completions)
- 05.1081 (53 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (52 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (42 completions)
- Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician (38 completions)
- Building/Property Maintenance (37 completions)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (36 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Kansas City Kansas Community College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 42.39%; median earnings $40,795 at 10 years; net price $16,744. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$3,210
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Kansas City Kansas Community College was $3,210.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$16,744
2024 Value
In 2024 Kansas City Kansas Community College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $16,744.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$66,976 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$16,744 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$12,840 4-Year In-State Tuition
$27,780 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$10,130 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,052 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$14,392 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$57,568 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Kansas City Kansas Community College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
29.07% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
6.14% 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 Kansas City Kansas 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 Kansas City Kansas 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 | $2,490 | $6,210 | $16,011 |
| 2014 | $2,640 | $6,660 | $16,066 |
| 2015 | $3,240 | $8,040 | $15,094 |
| 2016 | $3,240 | $8,040 | $15,261 |
| 2017 | $3,248 | $8,048 | $15,860 |
| 2018 | $3,120 | $6,510 | $14,595 |
| 2019 | $3,120 | $6,510 | $15,582 |
| 2020 | $3,120 | $6,510 | $15,633 |
| 2021 | $3,120 | $6,510 | $14,290 |
| 2022 | $3,120 | $6,690 | $15,849 |
| 2023 | $3,150 | $6,720 | $15,255 |
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
Kansas City Kansas Community College reported total enrollment of about 3,319 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 39% male and 61% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (35.0%), Hispanic or Latino (26.7%), and Black or African American (21.9%). About 29.07% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 51.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
43.4% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Kansas City Kansas Community College in 2024 is 3,319 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 6,944 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
54.8%
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 35.0%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
35.28% 100% Completion Time
42.39% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 35.28% of students graduating from Kansas City Kansas 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: 39% male / 61% female
- Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide: 10% male / 90% female
- Food Preparation/Professional Cooking/Kitchen Assistant: 47% male / 53% 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 Kansas City Kansas Community College.
Return on Investment
$8,793 Median Student Debt
$40,795 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
21.55% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
509.10% Return on Investment
2.2 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Kansas City Kansas Community College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 36 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 293 completions
2. Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide: 213 completions
3. Food Preparation/Professional Cooking/Kitchen Assistant: 70 completions
4. Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician: 69 completions
5. 05.1081: 53 completions
6. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 52 completions
7. Welding Technology/Welder: 42 completions
8. Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician: 38 completions
9. Building/Property Maintenance: 37 completions
Most popular programs at Kansas City Kansas Community College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Kansas City Kansas Community College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Kansas City Kansas Community College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 98.8%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,705
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $10,616
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Kansas City Kansas Community College is a public institution located in Kansas City, KS, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide, Food Preparation/Professional Cooking/Kitchen Assistant. Enrollment is approximately 3,319 students. Student body composition includes White (35.0%), Hispanic or Latino (26.7%), Black or African American (21.9%). The 150%-time completion rate is 42.39%. Approximately 29.07% of students receive Pell Grants. About 51.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Location
Kansas City, KS 66112
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
Kansas City Kansas 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 Kansas City Kansas Community College located?
Kansas City Kansas Community College is located in Kansas City, KS.
How much does Kansas City Kansas Community College cost?
Reported tuition is $3,210 and average net price is $16,744 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $10,130 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Kansas City Kansas Community College?
Kansas City Kansas Community College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 6,944 students, White (35.0%), Hispanic or Latino (26.7%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Kansas City Kansas Community College?
About 51.0% of students at Kansas City Kansas Community College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Kansas City Kansas Community College earn?
Median earnings are $34,617 six years after entry and $40,795 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Kansas City Kansas Community College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 42.4% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Kansas City Kansas Community College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $8,793.
Is Kansas City Kansas Community College public or private?
Kansas City Kansas Community College is a public institution located in Kansas City, KS.
Is Kansas City Kansas Community College an HBCU?
No. Kansas City Kansas Community College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Kansas City Kansas Community College a tribal college?
No. Kansas City Kansas Community College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Kansas City Kansas Community College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Kansas City Kansas Community College reports 26.7% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is Kansas City Kansas Community College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Kansas City Kansas 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.