Flint Hills Technical College

3301 W 18th St
Emporia, KS 66801
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings
  • Flint Hills Technical College is a two-year public institution of higher education nestled in the rolling hills of east-central Kansas. The mission of Flint Hills Technical College, as an associate degree granting institution, is to provide a diverse community of learners with life-long educational opportunities for personal growth and preparation for professional and civic responsibilities that meet the needs of society. Our vision is to empower our graduates to compete successfully in the high-tech global workplace. Flint Hills Technical College is coordinated by the Kansas Board of Regents and accredited through the Higher Learning Commission and the Council on Occupational Education.

School Highlights

Flint Hills Technical College serves 1,222 students (23% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the state community college average of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 37%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 1,222 students
  • In-state tuition: $5,429
  • Out-state tuition: $5,429
  • Student:teacher ratio: 16:1
  • Minority enrollment: 32%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Flint Hills Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:

Category
Attribute
Completion Rates

School Overview

The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Flint Hills Technical College
(KS) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
77 staff
156 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Flint Hills Technical College has declined by 19% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 has decreased from 20:1 over five years.
The Flint Hills Technical College diversity score of 0.48 is less than the state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has grown by 5% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,222 students
1,530 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
10:1
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# Full-Time Students
277 students
628 students
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# Part-Time Students
945 students
902 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
653 students
230 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
277 students
628 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
2 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
945 students
902 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
1 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
342 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
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% Asian
2%
3%
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% Hispanic
23%
14%
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% Black
4%
9%
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% White
68%
63%
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% Two or more races
2%
4%
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% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
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% Unknown races
n/a
4%
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Diversity Score
0.48
0.57
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
67%
39%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.65%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,400
$34,000
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $5,429 is more than the state average of $3,484. The in-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,429 is more than the state average of $4,443. The out-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,429
$3,484
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,429
$4,443
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
91%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$8,000
$8,892
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,467
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Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
ACT Composite
n/a
21
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Flint Hills Technical College cost?
Flint Hills Technical College's tuition is approximately $5,429 for In-State students and $5,429 for Out-State students.
What is Flint Hills Technical College's ranking?
Flint Hills Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Kansas for: Highest completion rates.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 1,222 students
  • In-state tuition: $5,429
  • Out-state tuition: $5,429
  • Student:teacher ratio: 16:1
  • Minority enrollment: 32%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For Kansas public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,484 per year for in-state students and $4,443 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $18,155 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

Kansas community colleges have a diversity score of 0.57, which is lower than the national average of 0.70. The most diverse community college in Kansas is Donnelly College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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