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Garden City Community College

Garden City, KS·Public·www.gcccks.edu/

Campus Identity

Garden City Community College is a public community college in Garden City, KS. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 59/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Garden City Community College is a public community college in Garden City, KS. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 59/100 (Less 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)
$3,690
2024-25 Tuition
In-state rate
$8,244
Avg Net Price
What students actually pay
$6,800
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

Garden City Community College is a 1,000–4,999, small-town school. The campus is 462 miles from Terry Peak Ski Area.

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Town setting

Ski Access

462 miles

Terry Peak Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

47°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Garden City Community College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Terry Peak Ski Area, 462 miles away with 5 lifts and 450 skiable acres. All are within 598 miles of campus.

462 mi away
450 skiable acres5 lifts
464 mi away
500 skiable acres4 lifts
598 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Garden City, KS

Garden City has a cool climate, with winters averaging 31°F in Jan and summers peaking around 79°F in Jul.

31°Jan34°Feb44°Mar53°Apr63°May74°Jun79°Jul77°Aug69°Sep55°Oct42°Nov32°Dec

Station: GARDEN CITY EXPERIMENTAL STATION · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

Garden City Community College in KS earns a composite safety score of 59/100, rated Less Safe among U.S. colleges.

59/100
Less Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety705539
70/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
55/100
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
$3,690$4,320
Fees
$1,590$1,590
Room & Board
$6,800$6,800
Total
$12,080$12,710
In-StateOut-of-State
Meal Plan: 19 meals/week
$8,244avg net price / year

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

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Fields of Study

44 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
285 grads/yr$33,834
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
172 grads/yr$63,212
Agricultural and Food Products ProcessingCertificate
39 grads/yr
Precision Metal WorkingCertificate
33 grads/yr$48,612
Health Aides/Attendants/OrderliesCertificate
27 grads/yr

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

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's18 grads$68,767
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate172 grads$63,212
Precision Metal Working
Certificate33 grads$48,612
Business/Commerce, General
Associate's$44,970
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
Associate's$43,994
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's285 grads$33,834
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Certificate14 grads$30,306
Agricultural and Food Products Processing
Certificate39 grads
Health Aides/Attendants/Orderlies
Certificate27 grads
Agricultural Production Operations
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 Garden City Community College located?

Garden City Community College is located in Garden City, KS. The main campus address is 801 Campus Dr, Garden City, KS. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Garden City Community College?

For the 2024-25 academic year, Garden City Community College charges $3,690/year for in-state students and $4,320/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($6,800/year), the total estimated cost is approximately $4,020/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $8,244/year — what students actually pay. Use Garden City Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Garden City Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Garden City 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 ($8,244/year after aid), campus culture in Garden City, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Garden City 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 Garden City Community College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Garden City, KS
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 47°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
59/100
Nearest Airport
Garden City, KS (GCK) · 7 mialso DDC (50 mi), LBL (64 mi)

Location

Garden 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.