C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100

Flint Hills Technical College

2-Year Public
📍 Emporia, Kansas 66801
Outcomes
B
71/100
Affordability
C+
62/100
Resources
C+
62/100
Experience
D
36/100
Prestige
D
30/100

Quick Stats

1,639
Total Enrollment
68%
Graduation Rate
84%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$15,976
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Flint Hills Technical College

60% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 983 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$175,020
Avg Monthly Rent
$890
1-Year Change
+5.1%
For parents & investors

The Flint Hills Technical College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $175,020
  • Avg rent near campus: $890/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 66801 (4.0% cap, Emporia)

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🏆 Where Flint Hills Technical College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#4
Building/Property Maintenance
of 20 schools
#16
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
of 62 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,960 $4,960

Financial Aid

94%
Receive Any Aid
49%
Receive Pell Grants
36%
Take Out Loans
$15,976
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$14,081
$30,001 - $48,000$15,434
$48,001 - $75,000$13,852
$75,001 - $110,000$18,758
$110,001+$20,193

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 71 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 48 grads/yr Building/Property Maintenance 41 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 39 grads/yr Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General 36 grads/yr Home Health Aide/Home Attendant 24 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 21 grads/yr Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance) 16 grads/yr Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 16 grads/yr Computer Programming/Programmer, General 16 grads/yr Health Aide 13 grads/yr Power Plant Technology/Technician 13 grads/yr Dental Assisting/Assistant 13 grads/yr Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator, General Production 11 grads/yr Medication Aide 9 grads/yr Cooking and Related Culinary Arts, General 9 grads/yr Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other 8 grads/yr Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia 7 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 5 grads/yr Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician 4 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Flint Hills Technical College's top programs commonly pursue.

Nursing assistants
$40k/yr 1,441,500 jobs
Electrical and electronics installers and repairers, transportation equipment
$83k/yr 7,000 jobs
Automotive service technicians and mechanics
$50k/yr 805,600 jobs
Electronic equipment installers and repairers, motor vehicles
$48k/yr 10,300 jobs
Facilities managers
$105k/yr 151,400 jobs
First-line supervisors of construction trades and extraction workers
$79k/yr 921,600 jobs
Maintenance and repair workers, general
$49k/yr 1,629,700 jobs
First-line supervisors of housekeeping and janitorial workers
$48k/yr 269,800 jobs

Student Demographics

1,639
Total Students
44%
Women
23%
Traditional Age (18-24)
60%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 65%
Hispanic 26%
Black 2%
Asian 2%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 60%
With Family 40%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~983 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 40%
Hybrid (Some Online) 27%
Fully Online 32%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 23%
25-64 (Adult) 5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Flint Hills Technical College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Flint Hills Technical College?
Tuition at Flint Hills Technical College is $4,960 for in-state students and $4,960 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $15,976.
What is the graduation rate at Flint Hills Technical College?
The graduation rate at Flint Hills Technical College is 68%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Flint Hills Technical College a good school?
Flint Hills Technical College has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Flint Hills Technical College?
Flint Hills Technical College has a total enrollment of 1,639 students.
Is there rental demand near Flint Hills Technical College?
Yes! Approximately 60% of students at Flint Hills Technical College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 983 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Emporia area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology