- 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 1,794 students (17% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 35:1 is higher than the state community college average of 28:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 41%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 1,794 students
- In-state tuition: $5,429
- Out-state tuition: $5,429
- Student-teacher ratio: 35:1
- Minority enrollment: 33%
- 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 51 teachers has declined by 33% over five years.
Flint Hills Technical College
(KS) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Year Founded
1963
Total Faculty
51 staff
50 staff
School Calendar
School Motto
We innovate. We inspire. We are Wranglers.
Student Body
The student population of Flint Hills Technical College has grown by 46% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 35:1 has increased from 20:1 over five years.
The Flint Hills Technical College diversity score of 0.50 is less than the state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,794 students
1,446 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
35:1
28:1
# Full-Time Students
310 students
531 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
1,484 students
915 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
1,794 students
1,376 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
310 students
529 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,484 students
915 students
% Asian
2%
3%
% Hispanic
23%
16%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
2%
9%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
67%
59%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
Diversity Score
0.50
0.61
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
74%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,400
$34,000
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $5,429 is more than the state average of $3,402. The in-state tuition has declined by 16% 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 16% 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
95%
90%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,000
$9,071
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,467
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Source: 2025 (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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