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Fort Scott Community College Campus Closure Impacts Miami County Services

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What happened

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Fort Scott Community College plans to close its Miami County Campus (MCC) in Paola, Kansas, after the new year. The college confirmed the closure of the Paola location, stating that the cost of operating the building and changes in how students enroll prompted the plan. Starting in January 2027, the institution plans to shift instruction, informing students about courses available at participating school districts.

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Why it matters

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The instructional shift affects the service offerings of the college, which historically offered associate degrees in various fields including science, arts, and environmental water technology. Affected students may be able to enroll in classes at the college's Pleasanton or Fort Scott locations.

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Who's involved

  • Fort ScottCity whose operational capacity is linked to the campus closure impacting instruction shifts.
  • Miami CountyCounty whose institutional presence is impacted by the campus closure.
  • PleasantonCity that is a potential location for the shifted instructional services.

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