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Public, 2-Year
Independence, KS

Independence Community College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in KS. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$4,260

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

28.1%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$34,941

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Independence Community College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Independence, KS. With a competitive tuition profile of $4,260, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 28.1% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$8,520

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.7 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$4,941

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$40,890

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$90,300

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 28%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Independence Community College is $6,115.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
43.8%
56.2%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
39.8%
Black
30.3%
Hispanic
9.7%
Two or more
8.7%
International
4.4%
Unknown
4.3%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
1.7%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1.2%
Asian
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$4,260

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$4,949
$30k - $48k$5,063
$48k - $75k$7,708
$75k+$9,033

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$6,115
Pell Grant Recipients40.2%
Using Federal Loans24.3%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment39.6%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

54.4%

Success

28.1%

In-State Cost

$4,260

Age 25+ Students

10.3%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 2

Working at 6yr

449 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Independence (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Independence (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.