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Labette Community College
Parsons, Kansas · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 200 S 14th, Parsons, KS 67357 · Phone: (620) 421-6700 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Labette Community College is a public trade and career school in Parsons, Kansas offering welding, LPN/LVN, and radiology programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Labette Community College has a 24.1% completion rate, below the state average of 57.3%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is $10,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $37,818.
Cost of attendance is not reported for Labette Community College in federal data; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used, and about 23.0% of students receive Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $37,790 | $49,410 | $59,200 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $49,780 | $61,760 | $69,470 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $50,940 | $76,070 | $82,570 |
| Medical assistants | $35,140 | $39,510 | $46,380 |
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, 1–2 years | 22 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 21 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 10 | not reported | not reported | $9,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 8 | $42,216 | $35,594 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 3 | 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
Labette Community College is a public community college in Parsons, Kansas, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission along with program-specific accreditors including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at this campus. Among its trade and career offerings, the college most commonly awards credentials in welding, LPN/LVN nursing, and radiology and sonography programs, with 7 program families reported overall.
Federal data show a completion rate of 24.1%, which is below the state average of 57.3%. Graduates carry a median debt of $10,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $37,818. About 23.0% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This mix of short clinical and technical programs alongside longer allied-health tracks may suit both recent high school graduates and adult career changers, though program length details are not specified here. Located in a remote town setting, the school serves a regional student population of 801 undergraduates, with 77 trade program completers. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and outcome data directly through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and confirm program details with the school before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Labette Community College's top trade programs are welding, LPN/LVN nursing, and radiology and sonography, with 7 program families reported in total.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, along with program-specific accreditors including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Physical Therapy Association's accreditation commission, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial 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 24.1%, which is below the Kansas state average of 57.3%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $10,500, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $37,818, 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) 421-6700 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Labette Community College is a public institution, which typically means lower published tuition for in-state residents compared to private for-profit schools, though specific tuition figures are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and review federal outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?155450.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not report program schedules or formats needed to assess adult career-changer fit; contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school to learn what credentials its programs prepare graduates for.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Labette Community College at (620) 421-6700 or through its website at https://www.labette.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes across institutions.
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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.