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Fort Scott Community College

Fort Scott, KS·Public·www.fortscott.edu/

Campus Identity

Fort Scott Community College is a public community college in Fort Scott, KS. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 82/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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At a Glance

Fort Scott Community College is a public community college in Fort Scott, KS. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 82/100 (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)
$3,390
2024-25 Tuition
In-state rate
$5,586
Avg Net Price
What students actually pay
$6,620
Room & Board
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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

Fort Scott Community College is a 1,000–4,999, small-town school. The campus is 115 miles from Snow Creek Ski Area.

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Town setting

Ski Access

115 miles

Snow Creek Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

50°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Fort Scott Community College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Snow Creek Ski Area, 115 miles away with 6 lifts and 30 skiable acres. All are within 268 miles of campus.

115 mi away
30 skiable acres6 lifts
253 mi away
50 skiable acres2 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Fort Scott, KS

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

32°Jan37°Feb47°Mar57°Apr66°May76°Jun80°Jul79°Aug70°Sep58°Oct46°Nov36°Dec

Station: FORT SCOTT · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

Fort Scott Community College in KS earns a composite safety score of 82/100, rated Pretty Safe among U.S. colleges.

82/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety8310055
83/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
55/100
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
$3,390$3,840
Fees
$1,650$1,650
Room & Board
$6,620$6,620
Total
$11,660$12,110
In-StateOut-of-State
$5,586avg net price / year

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

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Fields of Study

27 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
164 grads/yr$42,365
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
149 grads/yr
Precision Metal WorkingCertificate
47 grads/yr
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming ServicesCertificate
34 grads/yr$27,238
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
19 grads/yr

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

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's164 grads$42,365
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Certificate34 grads$27,238
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate149 grads
Precision Metal Working
Certificate47 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's19 grads
Agricultural Mechanization
Associate's14 grads
Health Aides/Attendants/Orderlies
Certificate12 grads
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)
Certificate10 grads
Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians
Certificate8 grads
Carpenters
Certificate8 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 Fort Scott Community College located?

Fort Scott Community College is located in Fort Scott, KS. The main campus address is 2108 S Horton, Fort Scott, KS. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Fort Scott Community College?

For the 2024-25 academic year, Fort Scott Community College charges $3,390/year for in-state students and $3,840/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($6,620/year), the total estimated cost is approximately $3,510/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $5,586/year — what students actually pay. Use Fort Scott Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Fort Scott Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Fort Scott 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 ($5,586/year after aid), campus culture in Fort Scott, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Fort Scott 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 Fort Scott Community College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Fort Scott, KS
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 50°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
82/100
Nearest Airport
Chanute, KS (CNU) · 43 mialso JLN (47 mi), SGF (83 mi)

Location

Fort Scott, 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.