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Average
Score: 51/100

Highland Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Highland, Kansas 66035
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 39%
Outcomes
D
43/100
Affordability
B
65/100
Resources
B
67/100
Experience
C+
63/100
Prestige
F
23/100

Quick Stats

2,182
Total Enrollment
39%
Graduation Rate
39%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$9,980
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Highland Community College

19% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 406 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$165,118
Avg Monthly Rent
$846
1-Year Change
+13.8%
For parents & investors

The Highland Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $165,118
  • Avg rent near campus: $846/mo — vs ~$532/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 66094 (5.6% cap, White Cloud)

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🏆 Where Highland Community College Ranks

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

#6
Medication Aide
of 9 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $2,128 $2,128
Room $4,787
Board $3,507
Total Cost (On-Campus) $15,974 $15,974

Financial Aid

75%
Receive Any Aid
40%
Receive Pell Grants
40%
Take Out Loans
$9,980
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$8,194
$30,001 - $48,000$8,296
$48,001 - $75,000$12,073
$75,001 - $110,000$13,707
$110,001+$13,820

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 182 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 157 grads/yr Medication Aide 47 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 26 grads/yr Education, General 23 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 17 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 17 grads/yr Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician 12 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 11 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 10 grads/yr Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician 10 grads/yr Agroecology and Sustainable Agriculture 9 grads/yr Electrician 7 grads/yr Carpentry/Carpenter 7 grads/yr Child Care and Support Services Management 6 grads/yr Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance) 6 grads/yr Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General 6 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 4 grads/yr CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician 3 grads/yr Viticulture and Enology 2 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Highland Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Nursing assistants
$40k/yr 1,441,500 jobs
Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Healthcare support workers, all other
$46k/yr 109,700 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Education teachers, postsecondary
$72k/yr 74,900 jobs

Student Demographics

2,182
Total Students
55%
Women
58%
Traditional Age (18-24)
19%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 69%
Hispanic 4%
Black 12%
Asian 2%
Two or More 7%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 64%
Off-Campus (Renters) 19%
With Family 18%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~406 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 47%
Hybrid (Some Online) 24%
Fully Online 28%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 58%
25-64 (Adult) 18%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Highland Community 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 Highland Community College?
Tuition at Highland Community College is $2,128 for in-state students and $2,128 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $9,980.
What is the graduation rate at Highland Community College?
The graduation rate at Highland Community College is 39%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Highland Community College a good school?
Highland Community College has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Highland Community College?
Highland Community College has a total enrollment of 2,182 students.
Is there rental demand near Highland Community College?
Yes! Approximately 19% of students at Highland Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 406 students who need rental housing near campus.

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