Kansas Public Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees

In 2025, the average tuition and fees at 7 four-year public Kansas colleges is $21,817, reflecting a 2.48% increase compared to the previous year.Among the 7 institutions analyzed, tuition rose at 6 colleges, while tuition decreased at only 1 colleges.

University of Kansas ranks as the most expensive public Kansas colleges, with tuition and fees reaching $30,432. Known for its prestigious academic programs and strong reputation, University of Kansas remains a top choice for students seeking a premium education experience.

Close behind are Kansas State University at$28,568 and Washburn University at$20,949 both consistently recognized among the Kansas Public Colleges with the Highest Tuition & Fees, offering high-quality academic programs and resources.

At these High-Cost Kansas Public Colleges, the average acceptance rate is 91.09%, and the average SAT score is 1,130, making them not only cost-effective but also accessible options for a wide range of students.

Table. Kansas Public Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees Comparison
	School Name	Undergraduate Tuition & Fees	Graduate Tuition & Fees	Acceptance Rate	Total Population	SAT Score	Graduation Rate	Students to Faculty Ratio
1 -	University of Kansas Lawrence, KSPublic, 4-year	$30,432 ($12,102) $1,020	$27,146 ($11,971) $910	93.48%	29,792	1,190	69.00%	18 to 1
2 -	Kansas State University Manhattan, KSPublic, 4-year	$28,568 ($11,221) $752	$25,824 ($12,089) $677	81.69%	20,295	1,170	71.00%	19 to 1
3 -	Washburn University Topeka, KSPublic, 4-year	$20,949 ($9,945) $367	$20,467 ($10,787) $399	-	6,033	-	53.00%	15 to 1
4 1	Wichita State University Wichita, KSPublic, 4-year	$19,869 ($9,684) $629	$16,873 ($7,986) $648	93.95%	16,689	1,110	51.00%	19 to 1
5 1	Pittsburg State University Pittsburg, KSPublic, 4-year	$19,744 ($8,400) $244	$20,302 ($9,470) $280	89.42%	5,755	-	57.00%	14 to 1
6 -	Fort Hays State University Hays, KSPublic, 4-year	$17,741 ($5,923) $930	$12,745 ($4,949) $694	90.26%	12,878	1,050	48.00%	15 to 1
7 -	Emporia State University Emporia, KSPublic, 4-year	$15,419 ($7,106) $250	$19,154 ($8,843) $356	97.71%	4,557	-	56.00%	16 to 1
	Average	$21,817 ($9,197)	$20,359 ($9,442)	91.09%	13,714	1,130	57.86%	17 to 1

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