Hesston College
- Hesston College is a little nugget of paradise located just 30 minutes north of Wichita. As the only two-year college owned by Mennonite Church USA, we offer an environment and learning experience that is hard to match.
School Highlights
Hesston College serves 359 students (92% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the state community college average of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 37%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Private-state tuition: $24,214
- Student:teacher ratio: 3:1
- Minority enrollment: 28%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Hesston College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
Student Earnings
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 116 teachers has grown by 190% over five years.
Hesston College
(KS) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
116 staff
156 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Hesston College has declined by 18% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Hesston College diversity score of 0.47 is less than the state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
359 students
1,459 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
10:1
# Full-Time Students
330 students
628 students
# Part-Time Students
29 students
902 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
349 students
230 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
330 students
628 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
2 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
29 students
888 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
1 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
436 students
342 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
1%
3%
% Hispanic
8%
14%
% Black
5%
9%
% White
72%
63%
% Two or more races
1%
4%
% Non Resident races
12%
2%
% Unknown races
n/a
4%
Diversity Score
0.47
0.57
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
55%
36%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
1.07%
0.65%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$39,100
$34,000
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $24,214 is more than the state average of $18,155. The private state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$24,214
$18,155
Tuition Notes
Full year tuition, b
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$8,892
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,250
$5,467
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
ACT Composite
n/a
21
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- With nearly 500 students, you'll find opportunities for life, learning, and leadership that are distinct even among small colleges. With a two-year general studies curriculum, you'll gain the kind of academic and professional preparation that most schools put off until the junior and senior years. With a spiritual dimension that permeates most of what we do, you'll become a valued member of a tightly-knit community of learners, teachers, and friends.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Hesston College cost?
Hesston College's private state tuition is approximately $24,214.
What is Hesston College's ranking?
Hesston College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Kansas for: Percent of students receiving financial aid, Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation) and Highest completion rates.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Hesston College is Central Christian College of Kansas (20.0 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Students
Central Christian College of Kansas
Private not-for-profit
1200 S Main
McPherson, KS 67460
(620) 241-0723
McPherson, KS 67460
(620) 241-0723
20.0 miles
| 629 students
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Hutchinson, KS 67501
(620) 665-3500
Hutchinson, KS 67501
(620) 665-3500
26.8 miles
| 4,907 students
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Wichita, KS 67226
(316) 677-9400
Wichita, KS 67226
(316) 677-9400
28.5 miles
| 4,606 students
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Public
901 S Haverhill Rd
El Dorado, KS 67042
(316) 321-2222
El Dorado, KS 67042
(316) 321-2222
37.4 miles
| 7,175 students
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Salina, KS 67401
(785) 309-3100
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(785) 309-3100
46.9 miles
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