Barton County Community College Kansas

Rural Kansas community college serving 4,393 students with low tuition and a transfer-focused liberal arts curriculum.

College statistics

Address:
245 NE 30th Road
Great Bend, KS
67530
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Setting:
Rural
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Barton County Community College is a public two-year institution in Great Bend, Kansas, serving the rural south-central region of the state. The college enrolls approximately 4,393 students and focuses on general education and liberal arts, positioning itself as a pathway to four-year degrees.

In-state tuition is $2,144 annually, with out-of-state tuition at $3,424. The total cost of attendance, including room and board, runs $8,984 for in-state students and $10,264 for out-of-state students, making this among the lowest-cost options for students seeking post-secondary education in the region.

As a community college, Barton County emphasizes transfer pathways, preparing students for completion of their first two years before moving to four-year universities. This model works best for students seeking affordability, smaller class sizes, and a clear route to a bachelor's degree. For more information, visit the college's official website at https://www.bartonccc.edu/.