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Great Bend, KS · Private University

Is Barton County Community College Worth It?

ROI analysis based on real earnings and cost data

Strong ROIRanked #80 of 3,472 schools by ROI

Key Numbers

10-Year Earnings

$40,428

median, 10 years after enrollment

In-State Tuition

$3,616

per year

Out-of-State Tuition

$4,832

per year

Total 4-Year Cost

$19,328

tuition only (4 years)

ROI Ratio

8.37x

earnings ÷ annual tuition

Payback Period

3.6 yrs

years to recoup total cost

Median Debt

$9,501

at graduation

Avg Net Price

$11,865

after aid & scholarships

Earnings vs. Annual Cost

10-year median earnings compared to annual tuition

Median Earnings (10yr)$40,428
Annual Tuition$4,832
National Median Earnings$45,000

Barton County Community College graduates earn $4,572 less than the national median of workers with any education level.

What You'd Actually Pay

Average net price after grants and scholarships, by family income

Under $30,000$11,573/yr
$30,000 – $48,000$9,782/yr
$48,000 – $75,000$12,319/yr
$75,000 – $110,000$13,118/yr
Over $110,000$12,907/yr

Source: IPEDS net price data. Actual costs vary based on individual financial circumstances.

The Bottom Line

Barton County Community College stands out as a strong financial investment among U.S. colleges. Graduates earn $40,428 10 years after starting, $4,572 below the national median of $45,000. The investment pays for itself in roughly 3.6 years, faster than most colleges.

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Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Tuition data from IPEDS. ROI calculations are for informational purposes only and reflect median outcomes.