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Hesston College

Private nonprofit Hesston, KS · Rural · Plains · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
59%
Graduation Rate
$47,495
Earnings (10yr)
$26,299
Net Price
372
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Overview

Hesston College serves a tight-knit community with an enrollment of just 372 students. This intimate setting fosters close relationships between students and faculty, enhancing the learning experience. The college specializes in programs such as Humanities, Health Professions, Business & Marketing, and Transportation.

According to Opportunity Insights data, Hesston College has a graduation rate of 59%. While specific mobility metrics are not available, the focus on student support and engagement suggests a commitment to helping students succeed. Graduates earn an average of $47,495 after ten years, reflecting a solid return on investment for those who complete their degrees.

Attending Hesston College comes with a net price of $26,299 and a median debt of $12,000, making it a manageable choice for many students. The Pell Grant rate stands at 38%, indicating that a significant portion of students receive federal financial aid. This environment is well-suited for individuals who thrive in smaller communities and are looking for a supportive atmosphere to pursue their academic and career goals.

Rankings

How Hesston Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation59%Earnings 10yr$47KNet Price$26KRetention78%Median Debt$12KPell Grant Rate38%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$21K$0-30K$19K$30-48K$28K$48-75K$26K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%403.8%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%2567.3%MOBILITY103.66%

Cost & Financial Aid

$32,936
In-State Tuition
$32,936
Out-of-State
$26,299
Avg Net Price
$12,000
Median Debt
38%
Pell Grant Rate
66%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$20,762
Family Income $0–$30K
$19,140
Family Income $30K–$48K
$27,809
Family Income $48K–$75K
$26,267
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$46,707
6 Years After Entry
$48,315
8 Years
$47,495
10 Years
0.25x
Debt-to-Earnings
62%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$46,707 6yr $48,315 8yr $47,495 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

103.66%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
2567.3%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
403.8%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$66,600
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.64
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
5.0%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 78%
Full-Time Faculty 60%
Faculty Salary (mo) $5,585
Diversity Index 0.72
First-Gen Students 25%

Top Programs

Humanities 51%
Health Professions 36%
Business & Marketing 11%
Transportation 3%