Public Institution Goodland, KS
Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College
College
Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College is a public smaller institution in Goodland, KS, a Hispanic-serving institution with a town campus setting, with about 315 undergraduates, typical net price of $13,074 after grants, first-year retention of 84.0%, a graduation rate of about 73.2%, and median earnings of $36,392 six years after enrollment.
Key facts for Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College
Key rankings for Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College
Where Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College ranks among all institutions in the dataset (mixed types) nationwide on selected cost and outcome measures. Rank 1 is best on that measure (lowest cost or debt; highest earnings, retention, or graduation). These are single-measure standings, not Best Universities list placement.
#922 of 2,710
Net Price
#864 of 2,883
Earnings
#817 of 2,407
Retention
#1,094 of 2,747
Graduation
#1,618 of 2,514
Debt
What stands out at Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College
Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College in Goodland, KS is a college.
- Remote town
- 315 undergraduates
Key figures
What stands out
Average net price after aid and six-year earnings sit on different sides of national medians for similar schools; read them together, not as a single score. Major choice and geography move earnings a lot.
Best Universities methodology explains how grades and ranked-list placements are calculated.
Student measures: Cost, completion, earnings, retention, and debt.
Institution context: Enrollment, demographics, faculty, setting, and admissions.
At a glance
Cost, outcomes & access at Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College
Two related measures side by side for a quick scan.
Net Price and Earnings
Retention and Graduation
Acceptance and Pell Grant Share
Average net price by family income for full-time, first-time undergraduates.
How Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College compares
Figures are for all institutions in the dataset (mixed types). State, region, and national columns use the middle value (median) for similar schools; retention uses averages for region and nation. Region shown: Plains (region 4).
Swipe sideways to compare state, region, and national figures.
| Measure | This school | State (KS) | Region | Nation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net price | $13,074Below national median | $15,518 | $16,635 | $17,258 |
| Earnings, 6 years | $36,392Above national median | $38,878 | $40,388 | $35,678 |
| Retention | 84.0%Above national median | 67.5% | 71.9% | 72.9% |
| Graduation | 73.2%Above national median | 50.6% | 56.3% | 58.2% |
| Acceptance rate | Not reported | 82.3% | 79.8% | 77.8% |
| Pell share | 24.2%Below national median | 34.2% | 33.9% | 39.9% |
| Median debt | $12,000Below national median | $11,842 | $15,338 | $13,621 |
| 3-year cohort default rate | 0.0%About the same | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Recent 3-year cohort default rates are near zero because of the federal student loan payment pause and are not useful for school-to-school comparison.
Campus & institution details for Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College
Campus overview
Undergraduate demographics
Share of undergraduates in each group. Gender and race or ethnicity are reported separately, so each set totals about 100%.
Confirm program details and current staffing on the college website.
Frequently asked questions about Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College
Common questions about Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College, answered with Best Universities cost and outcome figures. For how we rank schools, use the methodology link in the header; for deadlines and aid, rely on the college’s official site.
Where is Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College located?
Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College is located in Goodland, KS. If the college has more than one campus, confirm addresses and program locations on the school's official site or with the admissions office.
What kind of school is Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College?
Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College is a college. Best Universities groups similar schools this way so you can compare them fairly. Confirm program level (undergraduate vs graduate) on the college's site.
How much does it cost to attend Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College (tuition and net price)?
Average net price (typical annual cost after grant and scholarship aid for full-time, first-time undergraduates) is about $13,074. Your actual net price depends on income, residency, and aid.
What is Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College's acceptance rate?
An overall acceptance rate is not shown for Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College. That is common for open-admission colleges, specialized institutions, or when figures are suppressed. Contact admissions for program-specific requirements.
How large is Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College's undergraduate student body?
Undergraduate enrollment is about 315. Enrollment changes over time and may span multiple campuses depending on how the school reports.
What are completion and earnings outcomes for Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College?
Median earnings six years after entry at Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College are roughly $36,392. Outcomes vary widely by major, occupation, and region. About 73.2% of students graduate on time or soon after. Individual trajectories differ from these population-level measures.
How does Best Universities rank Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College?
Among similar schools nationwide, Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College stands as follows on selected measures: Average net price (#922 of 2,710); Median earnings, 6 years after entry (#864 of 2,883); First-year retention (#817 of 2,407); Graduation rate (#1,094 of 2,747); Median loan debt (#1,618 of 2,514). Those are single-measure ranks, not a single overall list place. See the methodology page for how Best Universities builds ranked lists.
Where should I go for admissions and official information about Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College?
For application deadlines, requirements, campus visits, and program lists, use Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College’s official website. Best Universities publishes cost and outcome figures for comparison; it does not replace the institution’s admissions or financial aid office.
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College |
| Official website | www.fhnw.edu/ |
| City, state | Goodland, KS |
| School type | College |
| Undergraduate enrollment | 315 |
| Listed tuition (in-state) | Not reported |
| Listed tuition (out-of-state) | Not reported |
| Listed tuition (generic) | Not reported |
| Total cost of attendance | Not reported |
| Room and board (on campus) | Not reported |
| Average net price | $13,074 |
| Median earnings, 6 years after entry | $36,392 |
| Median earnings, 8 years after entry | $38,309 |
| Median earnings, 10 years after entry | $38,616 |
| Median loan debt | $12,000 |
| 3-year cohort default rate | 0.0% |
| First-year retention | 84.0% |
| Graduation rate (4-year programs) | Not reported |
| Graduation rate (shorter programs) | 73.2% |
| Acceptance rate | Not reported |
| SAT average | Not reported |
| ACT average | Not reported |
| Pell Grant share | 24.2% |
| Share with federal loans | 33.2% |
| Part-time enrollment share | 2.9% |
| Campus setting | Remote town |
| Student–faculty ratio | 12 |
| Avg monthly faculty salary | $5,836 |
| Full-time faculty share | 46.4% |
| Online only | No |
| HBCU | No |
| SAT midpoint, Math | Not reported |
| SAT midpoint, Reading & Writing | Not reported |
| Share of undergraduates, women | 25.4% |
| Share of undergraduates, men | 74.6% |
| Share of undergraduates, Black | 7.6% |
| Share of undergraduates, Hispanic | 31.8% |
| Share of undergraduates, White | 47.9% |
| Share of undergraduates, Asian | 0.3% |
| Share of undergraduates, two or more races | 5.4% |
| Share of undergraduates, international | 5.7% |
| Net price, family income $0–30k | $11,447 |
| Net price, family income $30–48k | $12,702 |
| Net price, family income $48–75k | $11,812 |
| Net price, family income $75–110k | $21,340 |
| Net price, family income $110k+ | $17,840 |
Sources for Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College
- About the federal data. U.S. Department of Education figures used for institutional characteristics, cost, admissions, enrollment, student outcomes, debt, and earnings on this page.
- Best Universities methodology. How grades and rankings are calculated.
Figures from the same school data Best Universities uses for rankings. Shortlist with them, then verify on the college’s official site.