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Butler Community College

Public El Dorado, KS · Town · Plains · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
31%
Graduation Rate
$41,206
Earnings (10yr)
$15,724
Net Price
5,104
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Overview

Butler Community College has an enrollment of 5,104 students, making it a sizable option for those seeking a community college experience in Kansas. With a graduation rate of 31%, students can expect a supportive environment focused on completion, although the number indicates room for improvement.

Opportunity Insights data reveals that Butler Community College graduates earn a median income of $41,206 within ten years of completing their programs. This figure suggests that students can find stable job opportunities after attending, which is particularly important for those looking to enhance their economic mobility. However, the college's Pell Grant rate stands at 33%, indicating that a significant portion of the student body comes from low-income backgrounds.

The net price for attending Butler is $15,724, with a median debt of $10,500 upon graduation. This balance of cost and debt makes it a manageable choice for many students. Those who thrive here often pursue programs in Health Professions, Humanities, or Business & Marketing, benefiting from practical skills that lead to employment in their chosen fields.

Rankings

How Butler Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation31%Earnings 10yr$41KNet Price$16KRetention63%Median Debt$11KPell Grant Rate33%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$13K$0-30K$16K$30-48K$17K$48-75K$21K$110K+

Cost & Financial Aid

$3,541
In-State Tuition
$6,271
Out-of-State
$15,724
Avg Net Price
$10,500
Median Debt
33%
Pell Grant Rate
18%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$13,485
Family Income $0–$30K
$16,423
Family Income $30K–$48K
$16,840
Family Income $48K–$75K
$20,810
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$35,102
6 Years After Entry
$37,891
8 Years
$41,206
10 Years
0.25x
Debt-to-Earnings
53%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$35,102 6yr $37,891 8yr $41,206 10yr

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.22
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.04
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
5.3%
Volunteering Rate
0.97
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 63%
Full-Time Faculty 100%
Faculty Salary (mo) $7,044
Diversity Index 0.66
First-Gen Students 42%

Top Programs

Health Professions 36%
Humanities 26%
Business & Marketing 10%
Education 5%
Computer Science & IT 4%
Psychology 3%
Social Sciences 2%
Criminal Justice 2%