COLBY, Kan. (Feb. 20, 2025) — Colby Community College has once again set the standard for academic success in Kansas, earning the highest graduation rate and leading in retention, according to the 2025 Kansas Community College Data Book. The annual report, published by the Kansas Board of Regents, evaluates all 19 Kansas community colleges.
With 52.9% of first-time, full-time students completing their associate degree within two years, Colby claimed the top graduation rate for the seventh time in the past decade. The retention rate, which measures the percentage of first-time, full-time degree-seeking students who return for a second year, stood at 71.1%, securing Colby’s position as the state leader for the third straight year and the fifth time in six years.
“We are elated to see our students continuing to achieve this level of success,” said President Dr. Seth Carter. “Evaluating the graduation rates of our students is one of the most telling benchmarks of student success. The college continues to help students achieve their academic goals, and this continued level of achievement illustrates that we are doing that at a truly elite level.”
To enhance student success and overall experience, the college has invested in significant facility upgrades, including improvements to the cafeteria, housing, recreational spaces, and technological advancements. Students benefit from free tutoring, counseling services, and a walk-in advising center for academic support. Financially, the college eases the burden of textbook costs by offering free resources for more than half of its courses. At the same time, the Endowment Foundation provides a strong scholarship program to assist students in funding their education.
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