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Current Kansas high school students can save money on Barton classes with tuition rates ($50 per credit hour) or scholarship rates ($75 per credit hour)!
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Events
College News
Barton Community College has launched the Barton Alumni and Friends Association, a new initiative designed to strengthen connections between graduates, former students, and the community while creating expanded opportunities for engagement, mentorship, and lifelong learning.
The Barton Music Department will host its annual Endowment Concert to raise funds for music student scholarships at 6:30 p.m. May 12 in the Fine Arts Auditorium.
Barton Community College’s Dean of Academics Dr. Stephanie Joiner has been named a 2026 recipient of the Sunflower Award for Corequisite Innovation, presented by the Kansas Board of Regents.
Barton’s Dance Department will host a celebration of rhythm, passion, and artistic dance in the region with its “Moving in the Heartland” Dance Festival at 7 p.m. April 30 and May 1 in the Fine Arts Auditorium.
Flexible scheduling is being rolled out as part of Barton’s “Summer Experience” program making it possible for high school students to earn college credit while still enjoying their summer.
Students taking lessons through Barton’s Community Music School will host a recital at 3 p.m. May 9 in the Fine Arts Auditorium in the Fine Arts Building.




