Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001919
- Phone: (620) 223-2700
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
96%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
16:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$4,143Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Garden City Community College (FSCC)
2108 S Horton, Fort Scott, KS
In 1919, Garden City Community College opened its doors to meet the post-secondary needs of its local community. Nearly a hundred years later, it still stands as a bastion of higher learning on the Kansas landscape. A member of the Kansas Jayhawks Community College Conference, GCCC offers a variety of “Broncbuster” and “Lady Broncbuster” sports programs.
Garden City is known for its accredited nursing program. The school also offers associate degrees according to academic divisions and course certification in various disciplines, including business, cosmetology, and criminal justice. And the school’s continuing education program has adult education classes and community education.
With residence halls and a notable athletics division, GCCC outshines many other public community colleges. Students who live on campus are able to enjoy a total college experience without traveling far from home or paying “the big bucks” the same experience would cost at a larger institution. With its proven record, prestigious athletics, and very affordable tuition, Garden city is a great place to start your post-secondary education!
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give an overview of the applicants FSCC accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $6,800. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition range estimates:
- State Residents: $1,800-$2,200
- Out-of-State: $2,400-$2,880
- Part-time students are charged:
- In-State: $61-$73 per unit
- Out-of-State: $80-$96 per unit
- On-campus housing and meals are estimated to cost around $7,900, the cost includes the serving of nineteen meals per week
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 96% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 78% | $4,655 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 29% | $3,953 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Garden City Community College may offer student services like those listed below:- Online classes
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- * Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 1982)
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Garden City Community College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (A)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Advertising and Marketing (A, C)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (A)
Education
- Education (A)
Engineering
- Engineering (A)
Engineering Technology
English Language and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
- General Studies (A)
Mathematics and Statistics
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Auto Mechanic (A, C)
Personal and Culinary Services
- Cosmetology (C)
Precision Production
- Welding (C)
Psychology
- Psychology (A)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (A)
Security and Protective Services
- Fire Science (A)
Social Sciences
- Social Science (A)
Other Community Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Garden City Community College.
- Dodge City Community College in Arkansas City, KS (46 miles away)
- Seward County Community College and Area Technical School in Salina, KS (63 miles away)
- Lamar Community College in Colorado Springs, CO (97 miles away)
- Pratt Community College in Pittsburg, KS (118 miles away)
- Barton Community College in Baldwin City, KS (119 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
- Get a list of all the colleges in Kansas
- See all community colleges in Kansas
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001919
- Phone: (620) 223-2700
- School Homepage