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Hutchinson Community College

Public Hutchinson, KS · Town · Plains · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
49%
Graduation Rate
$43,470
Earnings (10yr)
$6,727
Net Price
3,039
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Overview

Hutchinson Community College serves around 3,039 students, making it a compact institution where personal attention is likely part of the experience. The college has a graduation rate of 49%, indicating that nearly half of the students complete their programs in a timely manner.

The earnings for graduates ten years after enrollment stand at $43,470. While specific mobility rates aren't available, the data suggests that students can expect a reasonable return on their investment, especially considering the affordable net price of $6,727. This affordability can make a significant difference for students from lower-income backgrounds, with 23% of students receiving Pell Grants.

Practical considerations matter, too. Graduates leave with a median debt of $9,773, which is manageable compared to the potential earnings. Students who thrive here tend to be those pursuing careers in areas like Health Professions, Criminal Justice, or Precision Production. The college's supportive environment and focus on essential programs cater well to students looking to enter the workforce quickly or continue their education.

Rankings

How Hutchinson Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation49%Earnings 10yr$43KNet Price$7KRetention68%Median Debt$10KPell Grant Rate23%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$6K$0-30K$6K$30-48K$7K$48-75K$13K$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%1041.1%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%896.7%MOBILITY93.36%

Cost & Financial Aid

$3,540
In-State Tuition
$4,770
Out-of-State
$6,727
Avg Net Price
$9,773
Median Debt
23%
Pell Grant Rate
12%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$5,584
Family Income $0–$30K
$5,642
Family Income $30K–$48K
$7,156
Family Income $48K–$75K
$12,772
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$36,892
6 Years After Entry
$39,693
8 Years
$43,470
10 Years
0.22x
Debt-to-Earnings
58%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$36,892 6yr $39,693 8yr $43,470 10yr

Social Mobility

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

93.36%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
896.7%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
1041.1%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$67,700
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.37
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
5.3%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 68%
Full-Time Faculty 100%
Faculty Salary (mo) $5,612
Diversity Index 0.64
First-Gen Students 41%

Top Programs

Health Professions 44%
Humanities 27%
Transportation 6%
Criminal Justice 4%
Precision Production 4%
Business & Marketing 3%
Culinary & Personal Services 3%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 2%

Quick Facts

Setting Town
Region Plains
Accreditor Higher Learning Commission
Predominant Degree Certificate

Student Body

Female
58%
White
58%
Hispanic
14%
Black
7%
Asian
1%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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