Colleges in Kansas

At the geographic center of the United States, Kansas is known as Midway, USA. It’s also popularly known as “The Wheat State” and “The Sunflower State.” When it comes to colleges in Kansas, there are six state-operated public universities, one municipal, one federal, and one military college. There are 19 community colleges and a handful of technical schools, as well. The oldest continuously-operating college in Kansas is Baker University. Kansas weather varies widely depending upon region, while it’s top industries reflect its status is the middle point for the US. Trade, transportation and utilities is the largest area of employment in Kansas, followed by government and then professional and business services. The Sunflower State is home to attractions such as the Strataca and Cosmosphere, as well as the Spencer Museum of Art and Wichita Gardens.

Hesston, KS

Hesston College is a 2-year Christ-centered liberal arts college located in central Kansas. An affiliate of the Mennonite Church, Hesston requires all students to enroll in a Biblical Literature course. One of the college’s most enduring traditions...

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The professors at Hesston College are very relational with the students in each class. With a student-teacher ratio of 12-1, and lab ratio of 7-1, the ability to form a strong relationship with each professor is phenomenal. From in-class help to...

” – Connor from Hesston, KS

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4 Year

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$21,183

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325

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Labette Community College

Parsons, KS

Labette Community College is a 2-year institution with two campuses in southeast Kansas. LCC is home to 31 academic departments granting associate degrees and certificates, as well as pre-professional medical programs and workforce education. For...

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As of yet, I have taken general education requirements. Although the instructors vary in their methods of teaching, they all seem to show efficiency and experience. The best part about LCC is that everyone - the instructors, as well as the people in...

” – maggie from Erie, KS

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2 Year

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$5,753

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1,425

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Neosho County Community College

Chanute, KS

Neosho County Community College is a 2-year college with two campuses in southeast Kansas. Neosho offers over 40 degree and certificate-granting programs including Athletic Training and Court Reporter Certification. For students who wish to live on...

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$8,552

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1,638

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Friends University

Wichita, KS

Friends University Kansas is a private, Christ-centered institution established in Wichita in 1898. The college offers over 50 undergraduate and graduate-level academic programs with classes that boast a 10:1 student-teach ratio and online learning...

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The class sizes are very small so you get a lot of one on one time with the professors. They have plenty open offices hours for you to visit if you need help.

” – Quaprice from Wichita, KS

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1109

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4 Year

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$20,686

average net price

1,724

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Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology

Wichita, KS

Formerly known as Wichita Area Technical College, Wichita State University Tech is a 2-year community college with three campuses in central Kansas. WSU Tech features over 100 technical and vocational programs granting degrees and certificates. The...

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2 Year

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$11,308

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5,021

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Manhattan Christian College

Manhattan, KS

Manhattan Christian College is a 4-year Christ-centered institution with an emphasis on ministry. MCC is home to three academic departments, Bible/Theology, Christian Ministry, and General Studies, as well as a Distance Education Department offering...

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I just love the teachers here, they care about you as an individual. I have never learned so much! As a student with learning disabilities and having little to no Biblical background, I have learned a tremendous amount about not just the Bible, but...

” – Karla from Haysville, KS

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1050

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type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

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$25,199

average net price

132

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Barclay College

Haviland, KS

Barclay College is a private, Christ-centered institution established on a rural, 20-acre campus in Haviland, Kansas. The college offers 25 major and minor programs for both undergraduates and graduates, featuring fields of study such as Pastoral...

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Barclay is a fantastic small college. The sense of community is fantastic. The location is the perfect learning environment (small town).

” – Matthew from Colorado Springs, CO

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53%

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type of institution

4 Year

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Suburb or town

campus setting

$23,153

average net price

169

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Donnelly College

Kansas City, KS

Founded by the Benedictine Sisters of Mount St. Scholastica with a mission to offer higher education opportunities to immigrants and the working class, Donnelly College is a private Catholic school in Kansas City, Kansas. Featuring a remarkably...

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$11,732

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358

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Highland Community College

Highland, KS

Highland Community College is a 2-year community college in northeast Kansas and the first college in the state. HCC offers degrees and certificates in more than 60 subjects in 18 academic disciplines. Highland has articulation agreements with 10...

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2 Year

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$7,349

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2,339

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Flint Hills Technical College

Emporia, KS

Flint Hills Technical College is a 2-year technical and vocational school in eastern Kansas. Flint Hills offers 16 associate degree fields of study, 14 technical certificate-granting programs, and seven licensure certificates in healthcare subjects...

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I think that Flint Hills has a very nice Campus. They have a very welcoming staff. Classes are very hands on and enjoyable.

” – Amanda from Lyndon, KS

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type of institution

2 Year

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$13,170

average net price

1,610

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Manhattan Area Technical College

Manhattan, KS

Manhattan Area Technical College is a 2-year technical and community college serving a six-county area in northeast Kansas. Manhattan Tech is home to six academic departments hosting degree and certificate-granting programs. In addition to its...

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type of institution

2 Year

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Small city

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$13,149

average net price

909

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Ottawa University-Ottawa

Ottawa, KS

Ottawa University is a private, 4-year institution established in the state of Kansas. Academics at OU are primarily focused on Business, Education, Arts, and Sciences. The college is home to a significantly robust advisor facility, known as the...

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A small place of higher education. People care about you and your goals. Amazing place to find who you are as a person.

” – Sammie from Kansas City, KS

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1020

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type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$24,585

average net price

953

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