- 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 372 students (84% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the state community college average of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 40%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Private-state tuition: $24,214
- Student:teacher ratio: 3:1
- Minority enrollment: 57%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Hesston College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 116 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Hesston College
(KS) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
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
155 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Hesston College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Hesston College diversity score of 0.75 is more than the state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has grown by 28% over five years.
Total Enrollment
372 students
2,057 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
16:1
# Full-Time Students
312 students
606 students
# Part-Time Students
60 students
1,451 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
372 students
229 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
312 students
569 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
60 students
1,424 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
5 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
436 students
342 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
1%
3%
% Hispanic
13%
15%
% Black
7%
8%
% White
43%
60%
% Hawaiian
13%
1%
% Two or more races
3%
4%
% Non Resident races
15%
2%
% Unknown races
4%
6%
Diversity Score
0.75
0.60
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)
58%
31%
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 $17,451. The private state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$24,214
$17,451
Tuition Notes
Full year tuition, b
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
90%
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: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Larks
- 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: Diversity in US community colleges and Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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