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Dodge City Community College
Dodge City, Kansas · Public community college
Address: 2501 N 14th Ave, Dodge City, KS 67801 · Phone: (620) 225-1321 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Dodge City Community College is a public trade and career school in Dodge City, Kansas offering CNA classes, cosmetology, and HVAC programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and ACEN.
Dodge City Community College has a 35.1% completion rate, below the Kansas state average of 57.3%, with median graduate debt of $8,800 and median earnings of $45,427 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 29.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing assistants | $32,180 | $38,010 | $44,170 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $21,910 | $29,710 | $48,010 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $43,660 | $60,460 | $72,830 |
| Electricians | $42,660 | $65,860 | $80,560 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $37,790 | $49,410 | $59,200 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $31,970 | $47,790 | $63,000 |
| Construction laborers | $31,500 | $44,840 | $49,210 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $49,780 | $61,760 | $69,470 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Kansas (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 99 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 21 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Dodge City Community College is a public college in Dodge City, Kansas, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus offers 13 program families in trade and career fields, with the most-completed programs being CNA classes (99 completers), cosmetology schools (22 completers), and HVAC schools (15 completers).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 35.1%, which is below the Kansas state average of 57.3%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $8,800, and median earnings ten years after entry were $45,427. About 29.4% of students receive Pell Grants, pointing to a substantial share of lower-income students. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus, located in a remote town setting, serves a mix of program lengths from short certificate tracks like CNA classes to longer programs such as cosmetology and HVAC training, which may suit adult students or career changers seeking shorter, focused credentials, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the Higher Learning Commission and ACEN, and review current outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Dodge City Community College offers 13 program families, with the most completions in CNA classes (99), cosmetology schools (22), and HVAC schools (15).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 35.1%, which is below the Kansas state average of 57.3%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $8,800, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $45,427, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (620) 225-1321 or visit https://dc3.edu/ for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which typically means lower tuition rates for in-state residents and eligibility for state funding, though specifics on tuition are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation with the Higher Learning Commission and ACEN, and review outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?154998.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers both short certificate programs like CNA classes and longer programs like cosmetology and HVAC, which may suit adult learners, though specific scheduling details are not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm requirements for specific programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Dodge City Community College at (620) 225-1321 or through their website at https://dc3.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?154998 to compare similar institutions.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.