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Hesston College

Hesston, KS·Private nonprofit·308 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. financial aid brings net price below sticker.

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Accept
308
Students
$21,458
Net Price
57%
Grad Rate
$43,800
Earnings
10 yr
$12,000
Debt

About This School

Hesston College is a private nonprofit institution located in Hesston, Kansas with approximately 308 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $21,458 per year. The graduation rate is 57%, and the typical graduate earns $43,800 within 10 years of enrollment.

Hesston College is a private college in Hesston, Kansas, United States. It is associated with the Mennonite Church USA and has an enrollment of about 400 students who typically come from about 30 states and 15 other countries.

This tiny Mennonite college in rural Kansas offers a genuinely affordable path — median debt at graduation is just $12,000, which is well below the national average — and the 83% freshman retention rate suggests students who enroll tend to feel at home. The numbers tell a mixed story, though: a 57% graduation rate means roughly 4 in 10 students don't finish, which is worth asking the admissions office about directly. Worth considering if you're drawn to a tight-knit faith-based community and want to minimize borrowing, but do your homework on support services before committing.

Founded
1909
Setting
Distant rural

Popular Programs

Health Professions39%
Business & Marketing4%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$31,368
Out-of-State Tuition
$31,368
Avg Net Price
$21,458
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants30%
Median debt at graduation$12,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
57%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
83%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$43,800
after enrollment
Median Debt
$12,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$12,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$36,600
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$43,800
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.6x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White50%
Black8%
Hispanic/Latino16%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (308 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Hesston College

301 South Main

Hesston, KS 67062-2093

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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