C+
Above Average
Score: 55/100

Cowley County Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Arkansas City, Kansas 67005
Outcomes
C
54/100
Affordability
B
73/100
Resources
C+
62/100
Experience
C+
60/100
Prestige
F
27/100

Quick Stats

2,158
Total Enrollment
47%
Graduation Rate
62%
Retention Rate
16.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$7,165
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Cowley County Community College

11% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 227 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$102,339
Avg Monthly Rent
$801
1-Year Change
+9.4%
For parents & investors

The Cowley County Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $102,339
  • Avg rent near campus: $801/mo — vs ~$349/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 67005 (6.1% cap, Arkansas City)

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🏆 Where Cowley County Community College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Industrial Radiologic Technology/Technician
of 2 schools
#9
Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance)
of 43 schools
#15
Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder
of 99 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $2,400 $3,900
Room $3,143
Board $2,957
Total Cost (On-Campus) $16,750 $18,250

Financial Aid

93%
Receive Any Aid
44%
Receive Pell Grants
24%
Take Out Loans
$7,165
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$5,702
$30,001 - $48,000$5,316
$48,001 - $75,000$7,691
$75,001 - $110,000$9,327
$110,001+$10,731

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 372 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 155 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 106 grads/yr Industrial Radiologic Technology/Technician 83 grads/yr Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance) 65 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 33 grads/yr Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder 26 grads/yr Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians, Other 24 grads/yr Child Care and Support Services Management 23 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 20 grads/yr Medication Aide 16 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 15 grads/yr Home Health Aide/Home Attendant 15 grads/yr Machine Tool Technology/Machinist 13 grads/yr Rehabilitation Aide 12 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 8 grads/yr Carpentry/Carpenter 7 grads/yr Food Technology and Processing 5 grads/yr Farm/Farm and Ranch Management 3 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 3 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Cowley County Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Nursing assistants
$40k/yr 1,441,500 jobs
Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr 457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr 38,900 jobs
Nuclear technicians
$104k/yr 6,000 jobs
Ambulance drivers and attendants, except emergency medical technicians
$34k/yr 12,300 jobs

Student Demographics

2,158
Total Students
59%
Women
50%
Traditional Age (18-24)
11%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 66%
Hispanic 12%
Black 5%
Asian 1%
Two or More 6%
Non-Resident 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 29%
Off-Campus (Renters) 11%
With Family 61%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~227 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 38%
Hybrid (Some Online) 29%
Fully Online 34%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 50%
25-64 (Adult) 25%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Cowley County Community College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Cowley County Community College?
Tuition at Cowley County Community College is $2,400 for in-state students and $3,900 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $7,165.
What is the graduation rate at Cowley County Community College?
The graduation rate at Cowley County Community College is 47%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Cowley County Community College a good school?
Cowley County Community College has a Repit College Score of 55/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Cowley County Community College?
Cowley County Community College has a total enrollment of 2,158 students.
Is there rental demand near Cowley County Community College?
Yes! Approximately 11% of students at Cowley County Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 227 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology