Faculty have returned to the Hutchinson Community College which means the start of the fall semester is just around the corner for its students.
With classes starting August 21, the campus has been busy with students getting enrolled and last-minute preparations.
HutchCC is currently experiencing a positive trend, according to a press release issued by the college.
“Hutchinson Community College was very fortunate throughout the pandemic and in the years following to maintain strong enrollment,” President Dr. Tricia Paramore said. “Community colleges, including HutchCC, have been able to capitalize on the rising costs of a college degree by expanding scholarship opportunities, continuing to grow our partnerships with high schools and continuing to utilize technology to grow our online offerings.”
Specifically in Hutchinson, several programs are at capacity with the start of the semester still more than a week away.
“We’re experiencing very strong enrollment in many areas such as automation engineering technology, welding and several allied health programs – nursing, radiology, physical therapy assistant, surgical technology and respiratory therapy. In addition, we currently have over 200 students on the waiting list for our CDL program,” Paramore said.
Enrollment is up, overall. With HutchCC’s 34 high school partners, dual credit enrollment is up 31.6% since 2021 with enrollment for this fall still in progress.
Many Kansas community colleges have dorms that are already full before the semester even begins. Director of Resident Life and Student Activities Shelby Branting said HutchCC is already at capacity for dorm living.
“Our waiting list is increasing daily so anyone who’s interested in the potential of on-campus housing is encouraged to contact us sooner rather than later,” Branting said.
While dorms may have a waiting list, many opportunities still exist at HutchCC’s main campus, its centers in McPherson and Newton and through the college’s online program. Email MyFuture@hutchcc.edu or visit www.hutchcc.edu/starthere for more information to sign up for educational experiences.
