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Cowley County Community College

Arkansas City, KS·Public·www.cowley.edu/

Campus Identity

Cowley County Community College is a public community college in Arkansas City, KS. Kaw Lake is about 11 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 72/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Cowley County Community College is a public community college in Arkansas City, KS. Kaw Lake is about 11 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 72/100 (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)
$4,800
2024-25 Tuition
In-state rate
$7,175
Avg Net Price
What students actually pay
$6,600
Room & Board
19 meals/week
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Graduation Rate

Campus Lifestyle

Cowley County Community College is a 1,000–4,999, small-town school. The campus is 201 miles from Snow Creek Ski Area.

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Town setting

Ski Access

201 miles

Snow Creek Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

51°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Cowley County Community College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Snow Creek Ski Area, 201 miles away with 6 lifts and 30 skiable acres. All are within 365 miles of campus.

201 mi away
30 skiable acres6 lifts
304 mi away
50 skiable acres2 lifts

Nearby Lake

Kaw Lake is 11 miles from campus, giving Cowley County Community College students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.

Kaw Lake

Lake access within 11.4 miles

11 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Arkansas City, KS

Arkansas City has a mild climate, with winters averaging 35°F in Jan and summers peaking around 81°F in Jul.

35°Jan39°Feb48°Mar57°Apr67°May77°Jun81°Jul80°Aug72°Sep60°Oct47°Nov37°Dec

Station: WINFIELD STROTHER FIELD Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

Cowley County Community College in KS earns a composite safety score of 72/100, rated Pretty Safe among U.S. colleges.

72/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety798439
79/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
84/100
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

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

Tuition
$4,800$6,600
Fees
$1,710$1,710
Room & Board
$6,600$6,600
Total
$13,110$14,910
In-StateOut-of-State
Meal Plan: 19 meals/week
$7,175avg net price / year

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

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Fields of Study

38 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
350 grads/yr$40,969
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
118 grads/yr
Precision Metal WorkingCertificate
88 grads/yr$62,785
Nuclear and Industrial Radiologic Technologies/TechniciansCertificate
59 grads/yr
Allied Health and Medical Assisting ServicesCertificate
54 grads/yr

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

Nuclear and Industrial Radiologic Technologies/Technicians
Associate's24 grads$73,002
Precision Metal Working
Certificate88 grads$62,785
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's350 grads$40,969
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate118 grads
Nuclear and Industrial Radiologic Technologies/Technicians
Certificate59 grads
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Certificate54 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Certificate30 grads
Health Aides/Attendants/Orderlies
Certificate27 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's24 grads
Health and Medical Administrative Services
Certificate23 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 Cowley County Community College located?

Cowley County Community College is located in Arkansas City, KS. The main campus address is 125 S 2nd St, Arkansas City, KS. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Cowley County Community College?

For the 2024-25 academic year, Cowley County Community College charges $4,800/year for in-state students and $6,600/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($6,600/year), the total estimated cost is approximately $5,190/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $7,175/year — what students actually pay. Use Cowley County Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Cowley County Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Cowley County 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 ($7,175/year after aid), campus culture in Arkansas City, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Cowley County 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 Cowley County Community College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Arkansas City, KS
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 51°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
72/100
Nearest Airport
Ponca City, OK (PNC) · 23 mialso IAB (41 mi), ICT (46 mi)

Location

Arkansas City, 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.