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Highland Community College

Public Highland, KS · Rural · Plains · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
39%
Graduation Rate
$41,291
Earnings (10yr)
$10,454
Net Price
1,279
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Overview

Highland Community College serves 1,279 students, offering an affordable education with a net price of $10,454. This makes it an accessible option for many who seek a pathway to higher learning without incurring significant debt.

The college's graduation rate stands at 39%. While specific mobility data is not available, understanding that graduates can earn around $41,291 ten years after enrollment indicates a potential for upward economic movement. This suggests that while not all students complete their degrees, those who do may improve their earning potential significantly.

Students in fields like Health Professions, Humanities, and Mechanic & Repair Tech find a supportive environment. With a median debt of $8,277, graduates can enter the workforce with manageable financial obligations. Highland Community College suits individuals looking for practical training and a solid start to their careers.

Rankings

How Highland Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation39%Earnings 10yr$41KNet Price$10KRetention40%Median Debt$8KPell Grant Rate20%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$8K$0-30K$9K$30-48K$11K$48-75K$15K$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%3080000.0%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%20.8%MOBILITY3.27%

Cost & Financial Aid

$4,080
In-State Tuition
$4,080
Out-of-State
$10,454
Avg Net Price
$8,277
Median Debt
20%
Pell Grant Rate
15%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$7,552
Family Income $0–$30K
$9,253
Family Income $30K–$48K
$11,455
Family Income $48K–$75K
$14,818
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$35,580
6 Years After Entry
$40,079
8 Years
$41,291
10 Years
0.2x
Debt-to-Earnings
53%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$35,580 6yr $40,079 8yr $41,291 10yr

Social Mobility

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

3.27%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
20.8%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
3080000.0%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 40%
Full-Time Faculty 100%
Faculty Salary (mo) $6,359
Diversity Index 0.58
First-Gen Students 45%

Top Programs

Health Professions 52%
Humanities 28%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 6%
Education 4%
Precision Production 3%
Construction Trades 2%
Business & Marketing 1%
Computer Science & IT 1%

Quick Facts

Setting Rural
Region Plains
Accreditor Higher Learning Commission
Predominant Degree Certificate

Student Body

Female
52%
White
62%
Hispanic
5%
Black
16%
Asian
2%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

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