C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100

Garden City Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Garden City, Kansas 67846
Outcomes
C
52/100
Affordability
B
71/100
Resources
C+
62/100
Experience
B
67/100
Prestige
F
22/100

Quick Stats

1,904
Total Enrollment
41%
Graduation Rate
66%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$10,633
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Garden City Community College

35% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 664 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$235,975
Avg Monthly Rent
$817
1-Year Change
+1.0%
For parents & investors

The Garden City Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $235,975
  • Avg rent near campus: $817/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 67851 (3.4% cap, Holcomb)

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🏆 Where Garden City Community College Ranks

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

🥈
Agricultural and Food Products Processing
of 2 schools
#5
Agricultural Production Operations, General
of 7 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $1,890 $2,460
Total Cost (On-Campus) $18,614 $19,184

Financial Aid

88%
Receive Any Aid
42%
Receive Pell Grants
16%
Take Out Loans
$10,633
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$6,831
$30,001 - $48,000$8,037
$48,001 - $75,000$9,537
$75,001 - $110,000$12,305
$110,001+$12,715

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 276 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 184 grads/yr Agricultural and Food Products Processing 40 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 36 grads/yr Agricultural Production Operations, General 35 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 23 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 18 grads/yr Carpentry/Carpenter 18 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 18 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 16 grads/yr Medication Aide 16 grads/yr Home Health Aide/Home Attendant 16 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 16 grads/yr Agricultural Mechanics and Equipment/Machine Technology/Technician 16 grads/yr Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance) 15 grads/yr General Studies 11 grads/yr Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician 10 grads/yr Fire Science/Fire-fighting 9 grads/yr Computer Support Specialist 7 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 3 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Garden City Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Nursing assistants
$40k/yr 1,441,500 jobs
Agricultural sciences teachers, postsecondary
$86k/yr 10,700 jobs
First-line supervisors of farming, fishing, and forestry workers
$59k/yr 65,400 jobs
Agricultural inspectors
$51k/yr 14,700 jobs
Food science technicians
$49k/yr 20,400 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

Student Demographics

1,904
Total Students
56%
Women
61%
Traditional Age (18-24)
35%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 33%
Hispanic 49%
Black 6%
Asian 2%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 17%
Off-Campus (Renters) 35%
With Family 48%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~664 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 57%
Hybrid (Some Online) 22%
Fully Online 21%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 61%
25-64 (Adult) 12%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Garden City 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 Garden City Community College?
Tuition at Garden City Community College is $1,890 for in-state students and $2,460 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $10,633.
What is the graduation rate at Garden City Community College?
The graduation rate at Garden City Community College is 41%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Garden City Community College a good school?
Garden City Community College has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (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 (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Garden City Community College?
Garden City Community College has a total enrollment of 1,904 students.
Is there rental demand near Garden City Community College?
Yes! Approximately 35% of students at Garden City Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 664 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Garden City area.

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