Hesston College

301 South Main
Hesston, KS 67062
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings
  • 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 (2024)

  • 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:

School Overview

The teacher population of 116 teachers has stayed relatively flat 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
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Student Body

The student population of Hesston College has declined by 5% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Hesston College diversity score of 0.46 is less than the state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has declined by 21% over five years.
Total Enrollment
359 students
1,530 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
10:1
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# Full-Time Students
330 students
628 students
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# Part-Time Students
29 students
902 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
349 students
230 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
330 students
628 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
2 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
29 students
902 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
1 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
436 students
342 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
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% Asian
1%
3%
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% Hispanic
8%
14%
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% Black
5%
9%
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% White
72%
63%
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% Two or more races
1%
4%
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% Non Resident races
12%
2%
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% Unknown races
n/a
4%
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Diversity Score
0.46
0.57
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
55%
36%
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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
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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
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Tuition Notes
Full year tuition, b
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
91%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$8,892
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,250
$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) , 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 and Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 359 students
  • Private-state tuition: $24,214
  • Student:teacher ratio: 3:1
  • Minority enrollment: 28%
  • 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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