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Colby Community College

Public Colby, KS · Town · Plains · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
56%
Graduation Rate
$41,889
Earnings (10yr)
$7,886
Net Price
838
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Overview

Colby Community College has a net price of just $7,886, making it an accessible option for many students seeking higher education. With an enrollment of 838, students can expect a more intimate learning environment. The graduation rate stands at 56%, indicating that more than half of the students successfully complete their programs.

While specific mobility data isn't available, the earnings for graduates ten years after attending average $41,889. This suggests that students can find decent job opportunities after completing their studies. The college's focus on practical programs in areas like Health Professions and Business can help students enter the workforce prepared.

With median debt at $8,908, graduates leave with manageable loans. The 22% Pell Grant rate shows that a significant portion of students receive financial aid, which can further reduce costs. Colby Community College is a good fit for students who want a supportive atmosphere and practical education that leads to solid job prospects.

Rankings

How Colby Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation56%Earnings 10yr$42KNet Price$8KRetention66%Median Debt$9KPell Grant Rate22%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$8K$0-30K$13K$30-48K$13K$48-75K

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%1305.1%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1463.5%MOBILITY191.01%

Cost & Financial Aid

$4,140
In-State Tuition
$5,830
Out-of-State
$7,886
Avg Net Price
$8,908
Median Debt
22%
Pell Grant Rate
18%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$7,707
Family Income $0–$30K
$13,160
Family Income $30K–$48K
$13,160
Family Income $48K–$75K

Graduate Outcomes

$38,878
6 Years After Entry
$38,582
8 Years
$41,889
10 Years
0.21x
Debt-to-Earnings
54%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$38,878 6yr $38,582 8yr $41,889 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

191.01%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1463.5%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
1305.1%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$57,600
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.38
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.00
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
6.3%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 66%
Full-Time Faculty 94%
Faculty Salary (mo) $6,017
Diversity Index 0.46
First-Gen Students 40%

Top Programs

Humanities 31%
Health Professions 20%
Transportation 5%
Business & Marketing 4%
Education 4%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 2%
Criminal Justice 1%

Quick Facts

Setting Town
Region Plains
Accreditor Higher Learning Commission
Predominant Degree Certificate

Student Body

Female
74%
White
72%
Hispanic
5%
Black
7%
Asian
0%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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