- North Central Kansas Technical College, an institution of Higher Education, provides life-long educational opportunities to a diverse population leading to productive lives for the benefit of a global society. We are dedicated to providing a curriculum in a supportive learning environment designed to promote a personalized educational experience which will enhance an individual's opportunity to develop to his or her full potential.
School Highlights
Fort Hays Tech North Central serves 987 students (40% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the state community college average of 28:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 41%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 987 students
- In-state tuition: $5,098
- Out-state tuition: $5,098
- Acceptance Rate: 80%
- Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
- Minority enrollment: 10%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Fort Hays Tech North Central ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 36% over five years.
Fort Hays Tech North Central
(KS) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
0
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
0
Institution Control
Public
0
Year Founded
1964
Colors
Green, Blue
Total Faculty
58 staff
50 staff
Number of Programs Offered
-2
13
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Fort Hays Tech North Central has grown by 17% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 has increased from 10:1 over five years.
The Fort Hays Tech North Central diversity score of 0.19 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 25% over five years.
Total Enrollment
987 students
1,446 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
28:1
# Full-Time Students
390 students
531 students
# Part-Time Students
597 students
915 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
616 students
294 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
390 students
529 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
13 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
597 students
892 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
5 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
361 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
1%
3%
% Hispanic
4%
16%
% Black
1%
9%
% White
90%
59%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
3%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
n/a
6%
Diversity Score
0.19
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
71%
42%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$38,400
$34,000
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,098 is more than the state average of $3,402. The in-state tuition has declined by 33% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,098 is more than the state average of $4,296. The out-state tuition has declined by 33% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,098
$3,402
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,098
$4,296
Tuition Notes
$176.00 per credit hour for online classes, $164.00 for general education, $210.00 for technical courses
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
77%
90%
Median Debt for Graduates
$15,087
$9,071
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,999
$5,467
Acceptance Rate
80%
90%
ACT Composite
n/a
21
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- NCKTC was established in Beloit in 1964 with a second campus established in Hays in 1975. NCKTC is widely recognized as a leader in technical education. We offer more than 14 one year certificate programs and 9 Associate of Applied Science Degree programs. We pride ourselves in not only providing cutting edge training for many career fields, but also training the leaders in those fields. NCK Technical College works in cooperation with several other educational institutions such as Cloud County Community College, Barton County Community College and Fort Hays State University towards the completion of degrees and furthering the educational opportunities of the students. At NCK Technical College we offer 19 highly skilled areas of specialization. They each rely on actual on-the-job experience enhanced with theory courses, so that you will learn a skill the right way in the shortest practical amount of time. We can prepare you in your area of interest in 9 to 20 months, so you're ready to begin a rewarding career. In an average year, we place over 90 percent of our graduates in jobs where they can put their skills to use. NCKTC was established in Beloit in 1964 with a second campus established in Hays in 1975. NCKTC is widely recognized as a leader in technical education. We offer more than 14 one year certificate programs and 9 Associate of Applied Science Degree programs. We pride ourselves in not only providing cutting edge training for many career fields, but also training the leaders in those fields.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Fort Hays Tech North Central cost?
Fort Hays Tech North Central's tuition is approximately $5,098 for In-State students and $5,098 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Fort Hays Tech North Central?
The acceptance rate of Fort Hays Tech North Central is 80%, which is lower than the state average of 90%.
What is Fort Hays Tech North Central's ranking?
Fort Hays Tech North Central ranks among the top 20% of community college in Kansas for: Highest completion rates.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Fort Hays Tech North Central is Cloud County Community College (24.4 miles away)
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