Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College
About Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Fort Hays Tech Northwest teaches the trades in Goodland, on the high plains near the Colorado line, and keeps dormitories. It is a Hispanic-Serving Institution, and electrical power transmission and vehicle repair are its largest programs.
Founded
1964
Location
Goodland, Kansas
Students
315
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
73.2%
Near national average
In-State Tuition
N/A
Not reported
Avg Net Price
$13,074
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$38,616
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
73.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
84%
Transfer Out
7%
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
46.4%
$/Student
$4.3K
Class Size
Medium
73.2% graduate in 4 years, and 84% of freshmen return for year two. The retention rate suggests students are happy with their experience.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
N/A
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
N/A
Books & Supplies
N/A
After Financial Aid
$13,074
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$11,447
Receive Grants
24.2%
Take Loans
33.2%
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College fund their education.
While in School
24.2%
Get Grants
Free money
33.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$33,494
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$127/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,000, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College.
Gender
25.4%
Female
75%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
315
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
40.3%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
13%
Age 25+
Men make up the majority at 75% of the student body. 40.3% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 5.7% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
315
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Differs by program calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College fields 4 varsity teams with 132 student athletes, about 42% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
132
42% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
64% / 36%
84
Men
48
Women
3
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$38,616
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
—
23 grads
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
$42K
22 grads
1yr Earnings
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
—
15 grads
Precision Metal Working
—
10 grads
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
—
10 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
—
8 grads
Median earnings are $39K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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