Public Institution Salina, KS
Salina Area Technical College
College
Salina Area Technical College is a public smaller institution in Salina, KS with a town campus setting, with about 330 undergraduates, typical net price of $6,468 after grants, first-year retention of 73.0%, a graduation rate of about 68.0%, and median earnings of $39,065 six years after enrollment.
Key facts for Salina Area Technical College
Key rankings for Salina Area Technical College
Where Salina Area 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.
#308 of 2,710
Net Price
#603 of 2,883
Earnings
#1,370 of 2,407
Retention
#1,349 of 2,747
Graduation
#405 of 2,514
Debt
What stands out at Salina Area Technical College
Salina Area Technical College in Salina, KS is a college.
- Remote town
- 330 undergraduates
Key figures
What stands out
Average net price after aid is lower than or close to the national median for similar schools, while six-year earnings meet or beat that median. On these two measures the pattern is comparatively favorable.
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 Salina Area Technical College
Two related measures side by side for a quick scan.
Net Price and Earnings
Retention and Graduation
Acceptance and Pell Grant Share
Annual figures on one dollar scale, so bar lengths are comparable within this chart. Total cost of attendance covers tuition, fees, and living costs. Listed tuition is the price before aid; average net price is what students paid after grants and scholarships.
Average net price by family income for full-time, first-time undergraduates.
How Salina Area 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 | $6,468Below national median | $15,518 | $16,635 | $17,258 |
| Earnings, 6 years | $39,065Above national median | $38,878 | $40,388 | $35,678 |
| Retention | 73.0%About the same | 67.5% | 71.9% | 72.9% |
| Graduation | 68.0%Above national median | 50.6% | 56.3% | 58.2% |
| Acceptance rate | Not reported | 82.3% | 79.8% | 77.8% |
| Pell share | 15.5%Below national median | 34.2% | 33.9% | 39.9% |
| Median debt | $7,000Below 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 Salina Area 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 Salina Area Technical College
Common questions about Salina Area 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 Salina Area Technical College located?
Salina Area Technical College is located in Salina, 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 Salina Area Technical College?
Salina Area 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 Salina Area Technical College (tuition and net price)?
Listed sticker tuition is $7,128 for in-state students and $7,128 for out-of-state students. Average net price (typical annual cost after grant and scholarship aid for full-time, first-time undergraduates) is about $6,468. Your actual net price depends on income, residency, and aid.
What is Salina Area Technical College's acceptance rate?
An overall acceptance rate is not shown for Salina Area 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 Salina Area Technical College's undergraduate student body?
Undergraduate enrollment is about 330. Enrollment changes over time and may span multiple campuses depending on how the school reports.
What are completion and earnings outcomes for Salina Area Technical College?
Median earnings six years after entry at Salina Area Technical College are roughly $39,065. Outcomes vary widely by major, occupation, and region. About 68.0% of students graduate on time or soon after. Individual trajectories differ from these population-level measures.
How does Best Universities rank Salina Area Technical College?
Among similar schools nationwide, Salina Area Technical College stands as follows on selected measures: Average net price (#308 of 2,710); Median earnings, 6 years after entry (#603 of 2,883); First-year retention (#1,370 of 2,407); Graduation rate (#1,349 of 2,747); Median loan debt (#405 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 Salina Area Technical College?
For application deadlines, requirements, campus visits, and program lists, use Salina Area 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 | Salina Area Technical College |
| Official website | www.salinatech.edu/ |
| City, state | Salina, KS |
| School type | College |
| Undergraduate enrollment | 330 |
| Listed tuition (in-state) | $7,128 |
| Listed tuition (out-of-state) | $7,128 |
| Listed tuition (generic) | $7,128 |
| Total cost of attendance | $14,642 |
| Room and board (on campus) | Not reported |
| Average net price | $6,468 |
| Median earnings, 6 years after entry | $39,065 |
| Median earnings, 8 years after entry | $39,994 |
| Median earnings, 10 years after entry | $42,175 |
| Median loan debt | $7,000 |
| 3-year cohort default rate | 0.0% |
| First-year retention | 73.0% |
| Graduation rate (4-year programs) | Not reported |
| Graduation rate (shorter programs) | 68.0% |
| Acceptance rate | Not reported |
| SAT average | Not reported |
| ACT average | Not reported |
| Pell Grant share | 15.5% |
| Share with federal loans | 12.4% |
| Part-time enrollment share | 34.2% |
| Campus setting | Remote town |
| Student–faculty ratio | 8 |
| Avg monthly faculty salary | $6,415 |
| Full-time faculty share | 61.2% |
| Online only | No |
| HBCU | No |
| SAT midpoint, Math | Not reported |
| SAT midpoint, Reading & Writing | Not reported |
| Share of undergraduates, women | 60.3% |
| Share of undergraduates, men | 39.7% |
| Share of undergraduates, Black | 2.4% |
| Share of undergraduates, Hispanic | 17.0% |
| Share of undergraduates, White | 74.9% |
| Share of undergraduates, Asian | 0.9% |
| Share of undergraduates, two or more races | 3.9% |
| Share of undergraduates, international | 0.0% |
| Net price, family income $0–30k | $6,078 |
| Net price, family income $30–48k | $5,602 |
| Net price, family income $48–75k | $5,958 |
| Net price, family income $75–110k | $6,061 |
| Net price, family income $110k+ | $12,188 |
Sources for Salina Area 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.