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Labette Community College

Public Parsons, KS · Town · Plains · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
26%
Graduation Rate
$37,818
Earnings (10yr)
$5,939
Net Price
801
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Overview

Labette Community College in Parsons, Kansas, serves around 800 students who are looking for a supportive environment to kickstart their education or career. This might be a good fit for those interested in practical fields like Health Professions, Mechanic & Repair Tech, or Business & Marketing. The focus here is on hands-on learning and skill-building, which many students find appealing as they prepare for the workforce or transfer to a four-year institution.

After graduation, the financial outcomes are encouraging. Graduates can expect to earn about $37,818 within ten years of completing their studies. This figure reflects the potential for upward mobility, especially for those who take advantage of the college's training in in-demand fields. Affordability also plays a role; with a net price of $5,939, many students find that they can manage their educational expenses without accumulating overwhelming debt.

Speaking of debt, the median debt for graduates is around $10,500, which is quite manageable compared to many other institutions. With 23% of students receiving Pell Grants, there’s a focus on accessibility for those from lower-income backgrounds. Students who tend to thrive here are often those who value a close-knit community and are looking for practical skills that lead directly to employment.

Rankings

How Labette Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation26%Earnings 10yr$38KNet Price$6KRetention63%Median Debt$11KPell Grant Rate23%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$5K$0-30K$4K$30-48K$7K$48-75K$12K$110K+

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%1166.6%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1324.8%MOBILITY154.55%

Cost & Financial Aid

$4,064
In-State Tuition
$4,864
Out-of-State
$5,939
Avg Net Price
$10,500
Median Debt
23%
Pell Grant Rate
8%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$4,578
Family Income $0–$30K
$3,927
Family Income $30K–$48K
$7,168
Family Income $48K–$75K
$11,507
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$35,424
6 Years After Entry
$39,029
8 Years
$37,818
10 Years
0.28x
Debt-to-Earnings
54%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$35,424 6yr $39,029 8yr $37,818 10yr

Social Mobility

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

154.55%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1324.8%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
1166.6%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$57,700
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.13
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.00
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
8.3%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 63%
Full-Time Faculty 27%
Faculty Salary (mo) $6,798
Diversity Index 0.44
First-Gen Students 43%

Top Programs

Humanities 54%
Health Professions 33%
Precision Production 9%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 2%
Business & Marketing 0%

Quick Facts

Setting Town
Region Plains
Accreditor Higher Learning Commission
Predominant Degree Associate's

Student Body

Female
68%
White
73%
Hispanic
11%
Black
5%
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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