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Colby Community College

Colby, KS·Public·www.colbycc.edu/

Campus Identity

Colby Community College is a public community college in Colby, KS. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 69/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Colby Community College is a public community college in Colby, KS. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 69/100 (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)
$2,445
In-State Tuition
+$1,418 fees
$4,135
Out-of-State Tuition
+$1,418 fees
$7,255
Room & Board
18 meals/week
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Town setting

Ski Access

367 miles

Terry Peak Ski Area

Weather

Cold Climate

44°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

367 mi away
450 skiable acres5 lifts
369 mi away
500 skiable acres4 lifts
501 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Colby, KS

29°Jan32°Feb41°Mar50°Apr60°May72°Jun77°Jul74°Aug66°Sep52°Oct40°Nov30°Dec

Station: COLBY 1 SW · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

69/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety826639
82/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
66/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
39/100
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

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$2,445$4,135
Fees
$1,418$1,418
Room & Board
$7,255$7,255
Total
$11,118$12,808
In-StateOut-of-State
Meal Plan: 18 meals/week

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

32 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
169 grads/yr$37,032
Veterinary Administrative ServicesCertificate
88 grads/yr
Energy Systems Technologies/TechniciansCertificate
62 grads/yr
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
55 grads/yr$54,563
Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/TechniciansAssociate's
29 grads/yr$40,419

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

Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate55 grads$54,563
Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians
Associate's29 grads$40,419
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's169 grads$37,032
Veterinary Administrative Services
Certificate88 grads
Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians
Certificate62 grads
Precision Metal Working
Certificate27 grads
Special Education and Teaching
Certificate20 grads
Energy Systems Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Associate's20 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's19 grads
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians
Certificate16 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 Colby Community College located?

Colby Community College is located in Colby, KS. The main campus address is 1255 S Range, Colby, KS. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Colby Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Colby Community College charges $2,445/year for in-state students and $4,135/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($7,255/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $5,553/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Colby Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Colby Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Colby Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($4,135/year out-of-state), campus culture in Colby, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Colby Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Colby Community College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Colby, KS
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Cold · 44°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
69/100
Nearest Airport
Goodland, KS (GLD) · 35 mialso MCK (62 mi), GCK (102 mi)

Location

Colby, 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.