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Public, 2-Year
Salina, KS

Salina Area Technical College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in KS. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$7,020

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

Open

Open Admission

Graduation Rate

67.4%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$42,175

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Salina Area Technical College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Salina, KS. With a competitive tuition profile of $7,020, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 67.4% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$14,040

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.2 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$12,175

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$107,710

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$229,460

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Salina Area Technical College is $7,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
60.8%
39.2%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
72.2%
Hispanic
19.9%
Black
2.6%
Asian
1.7%
Two or more
1.4%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1.1%
Unknown
0.9%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.3%
International
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$7,020

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$6,320
$30k - $48k$6,791
$48k - $75k$8,163
$75k+$12,938

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$7,000
Pell Grant Recipients13.6%
Using Federal Loans11.0%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment57.5%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$4,574
Avg. Pell Grant$5,111
Avg. State/Local Grant$4,383
Avg. Institutional Grant$860
Students Receiving Grants67.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

73.6%

Success

67.4%

In-State Cost

$7,020

Age 25+ Students

14.9%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 9

Working at 6yr

244 students

Local City Insights

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