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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)
$1,830
In-State Tuition
+$1,590 fees
$2,430
Out-of-State Tuition
+$1,590 fees
$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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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

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

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

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

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

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

Tuition
$1,830$2,430
Fees
$1,590$1,590
Room & Board
$6,800$6,800
Total
$10,220$10,820
In-StateOut-of-State
Meal Plan: 19 meals/week

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

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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 2023–24 academic year, Garden City Community College charges $1,830/year for in-state students and $2,430/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($6,800/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $10,820/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — 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, cost ($2,430/year out-of-state), 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.

Data sourced from 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.