NWKTC Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $17,852
- Out-of-State Tuition: $17,852
- Tuition rates are on the higher end, which may reflect the institution's resources or prestige.
Student Population at NWKTC:
- Total Enrollment: 752, including 24 online students
- All Undergraduate
- Gender Distribution: 66.4% men, 33.6% women.
- This is a very small institution, offering an intimate and personalized campus experience.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 73%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 6%. Few students transfer out, suggesting most students remain through graduation.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 84%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 45 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 5 programs available fully online.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's.
NWKTC Overview
Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College (NWKTC) is a 2-4 year, public school located in Goodland, KS. It is classified as special-use Associate's college by Carnegie Classification
The NWKTC's tuition & fees is $17,852 for Kansas residents and $17,852 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 39% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,247.
The school has a total enrollment of 752 and the students to faculty ratio is 12 to 1 (8.33%).
Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College is accredited by Council on Occupational Education.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College is $17,852 for in-state students and $17,852 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $18,211 for Kansas residents and $18,211 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $17,852 | $17,852 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $18,211 | $18,211 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at NWKTC
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | No |
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| Study Abroad | No |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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