- 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 3,152 students (10% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 41:1 is higher than the state community college average of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 40%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 3,152 students
- In-state tuition: $5,429
- Out-state tuition: $5,429
- Student:teacher ratio: 41:1
- Minority enrollment: 29%
- 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
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
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
155 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Flint Hills Technical College has grown by 108% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 41:1 has increased from 16:1 over five years.
The Flint Hills Technical College diversity score of 0.46 is less than the state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,152 students
2,057 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
41:1
16:1
# Full-Time Students
326 students
606 students
# Part-Time Students
2,826 students
1,451 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
315 students
229 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
326 students
569 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,826 students
1,424 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
5 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
342 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
1%
% Asian
2%
3%
% Hispanic
19%
15%
% Black
3%
8%
% White
71%
60%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
n/a
6%
Diversity Score
0.46
0.60
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
74%
41%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
31%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,400
$34,000
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,429 is more than the state average of $3,402. The in-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,429 is more than the state average of $4,296. The out-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,429
$3,402
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,429
$4,296
Tuition Notes
$125 per credit hour
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
88%
90%
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,000
$8,892
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,467
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
ACT Composite
n/a
21
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
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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