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Butler Community College

El Dorado, KS·Public·www.butlercc.edu/

Campus Identity

Lake Life

Butler Community College is a public community college in El Dorado, KS. The campus sits on El Dorado Lake, just 5 miles from the water. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 84/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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At a Glance

Butler Community College is a public community college in El Dorado, KS. The campus sits on El Dorado Lake, just 5 miles from the water. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 84/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$3,541
2024-25 Tuition
In-state rate
$15,724
Avg Net Price
What students actually pay
$7,550
Room & Board
19 meals/week
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Admitted students who enrolled
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Campus Lifestyle

Butler Community College is a 5,000–9,999, small-town school. The campus is 154 miles from Snow Creek Ski Area.

School Size & Setting

5,000–9,999

Town setting

Ski Access

154 miles

Snow Creek Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

49°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Butler Community College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Snow Creek Ski Area, 154 miles away with 6 lifts and 30 skiable acres. All are within 316 miles of campus.

154 mi away
30 skiable acres6 lifts
251 mi away
50 skiable acres2 lifts

Lake Life Campus

El Dorado Lake is 5 miles from campus, making it a true lake-life school, giving Butler Community College students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.

El Dorado Lake

Lake access within 4.5 miles

5 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · El Dorado, KS

El Dorado has a mild climate, with winters averaging 32°F in Jan and summers peaking around 80°F in Jul.

32°Jan36°Feb46°Mar56°Apr66°May75°Jun80°Jul79°Aug71°Sep58°Oct46°Nov35°Dec

Station: EL DORADO · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

Butler Community College in KS earns a composite safety score of 84/100, rated Pretty Safe among U.S. colleges.

84/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety878572
87/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
85/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
72/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.

Tuition
$3,541$6,271
Fees
$1,276$1,276
Room & Board
$7,550$7,550
Total
$12,367$15,097
In-StateOut-of-State
Meal Plan: 19 meals/week
$15,724avg net price / year

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.

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Fields of Study

95 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
379 grads/yr$42,070
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
120 grads/yr$73,708
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
107 grads/yr
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingCertificate
93 grads/yr
Business/Commerce, GeneralAssociate's
73 grads/yr$49,461

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's120 grads$73,708
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
Associate's52 grads$54,208
Business/Commerce, General
Associate's73 grads$49,461
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
Associate's19 grads$48,723
Education, General
Associate's grads$43,466
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's379 grads$42,070
Accounting and Related Services
Associate's35 grads$41,954
Culinary Arts and Related Services
Associate's9 grads$38,672
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate107 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Certificate93 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Butler Community College located?

Butler Community College is located in El Dorado, KS. The main campus address is 901 S Haverhill Rd, El Dorado, KS. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Butler Community College?

For the 2024-25 academic year, Butler Community College charges $3,541/year for in-state students and $6,271/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($7,550/year), the total estimated cost is approximately $5,976/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $15,724/year — what students actually pay. Use Butler Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Butler Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Butler Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($15,724/year after aid), campus culture in El Dorado, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Butler Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Butler Community College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
El Dorado, KS
Size
5,000–9,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 49°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
84/100
Nearest Airport
Wichita, KS (IAB) · 25 mialso ICT (32 mi), HUT (56 mi)

Location

El Dorado, KS

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.