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Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College

Goodland, KS·Public·www.fhnw.edu/

Campus Identity

Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College is a public community college in Goodland, KS. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 42/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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At a Glance

Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College is a public community college in Goodland, KS. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 42/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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2024-25 Tuition
In-state rate
$13,074
Avg Net Price
What students actually pay
$5,250
Room & Board
19 meals/week
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Undergraduate students
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Campus Lifestyle

Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College is a under 1,000, small-town school. The campus is 205 miles from Echo Mountain.

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Town setting

Ski Access

205 miles

Echo Mountain

Weather

Cold Climate

44°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Echo Mountain, 205 miles away with 3 lifts and 60 skiable acres. All are within 248 miles of campus.

205 mi away
60 skiable acres3 lifts
210 mi away
680 skiable acres10 lifts
75 skiable acres5 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Goodland, KS

Goodland has a cool climate, with winters averaging 30°F in Jan and summers peaking around 76°F in Jul.

30°Jan32°Feb41°Mar49°Apr60°May71°Jun76°Jul74°Aug65°Sep52°Oct40°Nov31°Dec

Station: GOODLAND RENNER FIELD · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College in KS earns a composite safety score of 42/100, rated Less Safe among U.S. colleges.

42/100
Less Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety453937
45/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
39/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
37/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.

Room & Board
$5,250$5,250
Total
$5,250$5,250
In-StateOut-of-State
Meal Plan: 19 meals/week
$13,074avg net price / year

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.

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Fields of Study

41 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Precision Metal WorkingCertificate
63 grads/yr
Electrical and Power Transmission InstallersCertificate
43 grads/yr
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/TechniciansCertificate
27 grads/yr$53,132
Electrical and Power Transmission InstallersAssociate's
23 grads/yr
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/TechniciansAssociate's
22 grads/yr$54,111

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Associate's22 grads$54,111
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Certificate27 grads$53,132
Precision Metal Working
Certificate63 grads
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
Certificate43 grads
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
Associate's23 grads
Agricultural Production Operations
Certificate19 grads
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
Associate's15 grads
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Certificate15 grads
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services
Certificate14 grads
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Certificate13 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College located?

Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College is located in Goodland, KS. The main campus address is 1209 Harrison Ave, Goodland, KS. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

Is Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College the right fit for me?

Whether Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($13,074/year after aid), campus culture in Goodland, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College against similar schools side-by-side.

Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Goodland, KS
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Cold · 44°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
42/100
Nearest Airport
Goodland, KS (GLD) · 2 mialso MCK (84 mi), LAA (103 mi)

Location

Goodland, KS

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.