Western Nebraska Community College

Scottsbluff, Nebraska · Public, 2-year

At a glance

Average net price

$5,474

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

36.6%

Admission rate

Not available

Undergrad size

893

In-state tuition

$3,840

Out-of-state tuition

$4,410

Cost of attendance

$13,939

Median earnings (10y)

$38,729

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
Not available
Locale
Town

Programs breakdown

19 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by health (33%), trades & services (29%), humanities & arts (12%).

  • STEM8%
  • Health33%
  • Business8%
  • Humanities & arts12%
  • Social sciences10%
  • Trades & services29%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

27 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.Undergraduate certificate93$12,765
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Associate's88
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's71
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers.Undergraduate certificate49
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs.Associate's47
Precision Metal Working.Undergraduate certificate45
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Associate's40$16,249
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.Associate's35
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Associate's31
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers.Associate's29
Computer and Information Sciences, General.Associate's28
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate27
Social Sciences, General.Associate's20
Visual and Performing Arts, Other.Associate's17
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas.Associate's16
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Associate's15
Psychology, General.Associate's14
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Associate's13
Accounting and Related Services.Associate's13
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.Associate's12
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.Associate's12
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Associate's10
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions.Undergraduate certificate9
Biology, General.Associate's8
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.Undergraduate certificate8
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Undergraduate certificate6
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions.Associate's6

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Western Nebraska Community College

Western Nebraska Community College is a small institution located in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 893 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Mechanic & repair, Liberal arts.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Western Nebraska Community College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $5,474 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $3,840 for in-state students and $4,410 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $13,939 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 36.6%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $38,729 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Western Nebraska Community College confers degrees and certificates across 19 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Mechanic & repair, Liberal arts. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by health (33% of credentials), trades & services (29% of credentials), humanities & arts (12% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.

Location & campus

Set in Scottsbluff, Nebraska (town), Western Nebraska Community College draws students from across Nebraska and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Western Nebraska Community College

Q.How much does Western Nebraska Community College cost?

The average net price at Western Nebraska Community College is $5,474 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $13,939.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Western Nebraska Community College?

Western Nebraska Community College has a 6-year graduation rate of 36.6% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How much do Western Nebraska Community College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Western Nebraska Community College graduate earns $38,729 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Western Nebraska Community College?

Published tuition is $3,840 in-state and $4,410 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Western Nebraska Community College located?

Western Nebraska Community College is located in Scottsbluff, Nebraska (ZIP 69361).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Western Nebraska Community College at their official website.