Highland Community College
Highland Community College (HCC) is located in Highland, Kansas. This public community college was established way back in 1858. It is one of the oldest community colleges around and is technically the oldest overall college in the state of Kansas. It used to be known as Highland University before turning into HCC and becoming a community college. As a school that has been serving its community for over a century, it has become an important cultural pillar of the area. It still offers students the opportunity to receive a great education. Students can pursue many different degrees at this college, as well as certificates.
Nursing at HCC is a very important part of the culture of the college. This program has been held in high regard for a very long time. Several different nursing programs are available for students to choose from, too. You will find that the school has a certified nursing assistant program, as well as options for practical nursing, associate degree nursing, and LPN to RN programs. All nursing courses will teach students the proper knowledge, skills, and abilities that are required to have a successful career in their area of study. This thorough program has produced many fine nurses over the years and continues to remain a popular option for prospective nurses in the community.
Institution Overview
Campus LocaleDistant Rural |
Number of Students3,260 |
Student to Faculty Ratio21:1 |
Is Admission OpenYes |
Religious Affiliation - |
Level2-year |
TypePublic |
On Campus HousingYes |
Retention Rate39% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
Number of Graduates | ||
---|---|---|
Degree type | Men | Women |
Associate's degree | 1 | 21 |
Certificate | 20 | 190 |
Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 0 | 0 |
Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 2 | 9 |
Compare Schools
Nursing schools located within 106 miles radius of Highland Community College
Hillyard Technical Center
25 miles away |
Kansas City Kansas Community College
58 miles away |
Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City
66 miles away |
Johnson County Community College
71 miles away |
Manhattan Area Technical College
85 miles away |
North Central Missouri College
89 miles away |
Southwestern Community College
96 miles away |
Southeast Community College Area
97 miles away |
Iowa Western Community College
101 miles away |
Metropolitan Community College Area
106 miles away |
Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission 01/01/1977 - Current |
Admission
100%
Acceptance RateCost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
Undergrad courses | ||
---|---|---|
In District Students | $56/credit | |
In State Students | $70/credit | |
Out of State Students | $70/credit |
Graduate courses | ||
---|---|---|
In District Students | - | |
In State Students | - | |
Out of State Students | - |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
---|---|---|---|---|
LPN | 45 | $2,520 | $3,150 | $3,150 |
ADN | 70 | $3,920 | $4,900 | $4,900 |
BSN | 125 | $7,000 | $8,750 | $8,750 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 92% of Highland Community College's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
---|---|---|
Pell Grant | 62% | $4,158 |
Other Federal Grant | 9% | $456 |
State Grant & Scholarships | 2% | $846 |
Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 62% | $1,756 |
Federal Student Loans | 53% | $4,949 |
Private Loans | -- | -- |
$7,052
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
Less than $30,000$6,102 |
$30,001 to $48,000$6,710 |
$48,001 to $75,000$8,236 |
$75,001 to $110,000$10,595 |
Over $110,000$10,840 |
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Student Population
3,260
Undergrads
0
Graduates
1,818
Women
1,442
Men
36%
Full-time
64%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
White |
72% |
Black/African American |
11% |
Two or more races |
5% |
Hispanic |
5% |
Race/ethnicity unknown |
4% |
Asian |
1% |
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
Non-resident alien |
0% |
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and Kansas state board of nursing.