Tuition, Fees, Room and Board
Tuition, Fees, Room and Board for 2026-2027
The posted rates are approved by the Colby Community College Board of Trustees and are subject to change. For questions about payment options, contact the Student Accounts Office or Financial Aid Office.
Dental Hygiene, Nursing, and Physical Therapist Assistant programs have separate specialty program rates.
2026-2027 Tuition and Fee Rates
Rates in this table are charged per credit hour.
| Residency | Tuition | Student Fee | Technology Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas County | $77.00 | $54.50 | $10.50 | $142.00 |
| Kansas | $82.00 | $54.50 | $10.50 | $147.00 |
| Regional (Colorado, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Texas) | $102.00 | $54.50 | $10.50 | $167.00 |
| Out-of-State | $136.00 | $54.50 | $10.50 | $201.00 |
| International | $162.00 | $54.50 | $10.50 | $227.00 |
Some courses have additional lab fees. These charges are identified in the fees column of the course listing.
Specialty programs: Dental Hygiene, Nursing, and Physical Therapist Assistant students should review the specialty program rates.
Explore ways to pay for college or visit the Financial Aid page.
2026-2027 ColbyConnect Online Rates
Rates in this table are charged per credit hour.
| Residency | Tuition | Student Fee | Technology Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas County | $91.00 | $54.50 | $10.50 | $156.00 |
| Kansas | $96.00 | $54.50 | $10.50 | $161.00 |
| Regional (Colorado, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Texas) | $116.00 | $54.50 | $10.50 | $181.00 |
| Out-of-State | $150.00 | $54.50 | $10.50 | $215.00 |
| International | $176.00 | $54.50 | $10.50 | $241.00 |
Note: A one-time administrative fee of $25.00 will be applied automatically to the account of a student who fails to attend class by the end of the eight-day add, drop, and withdrawal period.
High School Student Rate
High school students concurrently enrolled in Colby Community College classes pay a flat rate for all course types, including face-to-face, online, and I-CAN courses. Additional course fees, books, and materials are not included. Students are financially responsible once enrolled. Some costs are waived for qualifying courses.
| Charge | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $66.75 |
| Student Fee | $54.50 |
| Technology Fee | $10.50 |
| Total Out-of-District Rate | $131.75 |
Student Housing
| Residence Hall | Single Occupancy | Double Occupancy |
|---|---|---|
| Embree Hall | $5,694.50 | $4,221.30 |
| Tangeman, Mosier and Hines halls | $5,460.65 | $3,639.03 |
| Schnellbacher, Krehbiel and Strutt halls | $5,460.65 | $3,639.03 |
- A meal plan must be purchased with every housing contract for an additional $3,237.05. The plan includes 18 meals per week.
- Visit the Residence Life or Food Service pages for more information about housing and meal plans.
Before Applying for Housing
- Students must have a Colby Community College email address before applying for housing. Students who have not already done so should first apply to Colby Community College. After a college email address is issued, complete the housing questionnaire.
- Students enrolled in classes must provide the Student Health Office with copies of their immunization records and complete the following forms:
Student Fee Information
Student fees support campus internet access, classroom technology, electronic library resources, infrastructure, the learning management system, online tutoring, scholarships, software licensing, and student government. For complete information about how fees are distributed, review the Transparency Data Under House Bill 2144.
Questions? Contact Us.
Student Accounts
1255 S Range Ave
Colby KS 67701
studentaccounts@colbycc.edu
(785) 460-4665
Financial Aid Office
1255 S Range Ave
Colby KS 67701
financialaid@colbycc.edu
(785) 460-4679
(785) 460-4633