FSCC takes pride in being the oldest continuous community college in the state of Kansas, founded in 1919. At Fort Scott Community College, our students are part of our large family. The college's employees and board members strive to help students acheive their educational goals while maintaining the small town atmosphere that Fort Scottis famous for.
School Highlights
Fort Scott Community College serves 2,059 students (43% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the state community college average of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 40%.
Quick Stats (2025)
Enrollment: 2,059 students
In-state tuition: $2,760
Out-state tuition: $4,440
Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
Minority enrollment: 20%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 170 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student population of Fort Scott Community College has grown by 12% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has increased from 10:1 over five years.
The Fort Scott Community College diversity score of 0.35 is less than the state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has declined by 10% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,059 students
1,908 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
# Full-Time Students
889 students
606 students
# Part-Time Students
1,170 students
1,451 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
205 students
231 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
889 students
606 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,170 students
1,424 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
5 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
371 students
342 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
n/a
3%
% Hispanic
7%
15%
% Black
7%
8%
% White
80%
60%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
n/a
6%
Diversity Score
0.35
0.60
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3699%
0.4101%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.3056%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$29,600
$34,000
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,760 is less than the state average of $3,402. The in-state tuition has declined by 21% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,440 is more than the state average of $4,296. The out-state tuition has grown by 26% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,760
$3,402
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,440
$4,296
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
90%
Median Debt for Graduates
$7,750
$8,892
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,750
$5,467
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
ACT Composite
n/a
21
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
The rich historical tapestry of Fort Scott and Southeast Kansas are
a part of the classroom experience at FSCC. With courses in United
States history, History of Civilization, History of American
Sports, the American West, on campus and online classes, FSCC is
the place to explore what history has to offer! History instruction
at Fort Scott Community College is designed to meet the general
education requirements in four-year schools as well as to provide
the student a basic foundation for liberal arts and social science
courses. Fort Scott Community College gives student the opportunity
to participate in a variety of extracurricular activities. The
four-week Commercial Truck Driving Program at Fort Scott Community
College will allow students to earn 11 hours of college credit in
preparation for the Commercial Driving License (CDL) examination
for operating vehicles in interstate commerce.
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Quick Stats (2025)
Enrollment: 2,059 students
In-state tuition: $2,760
Out-state tuition: $4,440
Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
Minority enrollment: 20%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
For Kansas public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,402 per year for in-state students and $4,296 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $18,155 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
