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Mid-Plains Community College

North Platte, NE·Public·www.mpcc.edu/

Campus Identity

Mid-Plains Community College is a public community college in North Platte, NE. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 83/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Mid-Plains Community College is a public community college in North Platte, NE. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 83/100 (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)
$2,940
In-State Tuition
+$480 fees
$3,840
Out-of-State Tuition
+$480 fees
$7,832
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

Rural setting

Ski Access

269 miles

Terry Peak Ski Area

Weather

Cold Climate

42°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

269 mi away
450 skiable acres5 lifts
271 mi away
500 skiable acres4 lifts
382 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · North Platte, NE

26°Jan29°Feb38°Mar47°Apr57°May68°Jun74°Jul72°Aug64°Sep50°Oct37°Nov27°Dec

Station: NORTH PLATTE EXPERIMENTAL FARM · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

83/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety8710046
87/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
46/100
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
$2,940$3,840
Fees
$480$480
Room & Board
$7,832$7,832
Total
$11,252$12,152
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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Fields of Study

33 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
181 grads/yr$40,282
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/TechniciansCertificate
32 grads/yr$50,259
Business Administration, Management and OperationsCertificate
24 grads/yr
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
20 grads/yr$70,801
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
20 grads/yr$35,759

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

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's20 grads$70,801
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Certificate32 grads$50,259
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's181 grads$40,282
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's20 grads$35,759
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Certificate24 grads
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate15 grads
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
Associate's12 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Certificate12 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's8 grads
Precision Metal Working
Certificate7 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 Mid-Plains Community College located?

Mid-Plains Community College is located in North Platte, NE. The main campus address is 601 West State Farm Road, North Platte, NE. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Mid-Plains Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Mid-Plains Community College charges $2,940/year for in-state students and $3,840/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($7,832/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $4,320/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Mid-Plains Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Mid-Plains Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Mid-Plains Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($3,840/year out-of-state), campus culture in North Platte, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Mid-Plains Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
North Platte, NE
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Cold · 42°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
83/100
Nearest Airport
North Platte, NE (LBF) · 5 mialso MCK (62 mi), EAR (96 mi)

Location

North Platte, NE

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.