Colleges Near Manhattan

Colleges and universities near me in the Manhattan, Kansas area

There are 3 colleges in Manhattan and 29 colleges within 100 miles enrolling a total of 89,565 students. These are the closest colleges.

Located in Kansas with a population of 52,281, the closest colleges are ranked below by distance from Manhattan. Driving time to these schools from Manhattan should be less than 2 hours. The top rated college in the area is University of Kansas in Lawrence which is ranked #252 in the nation by CollegeSimply. The largest college in the area is University of Kansas enrolling 26,708 students. In terms of affordability, Highland Community College in Highland offers the lowest tuition for colleges in the area at $1,830 per year.

This directory is inclusive of nearby two and four year schools, both public and private. If you are looking for more affordable higher education options or not ready for a full four-year program, consider local community colleges near Manhattan.
Manhattan, KS within 100 miles Public Private For-Profit 4 year 2 year

29 results

Central Christian College of Kansas
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McPherson, KS
 

Central Christian College of Kansas

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 571enrollment
  • $15,732net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.24Avg GPA

81 miles from Manhattan

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North Central Kansas Technical College
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Beloit, KS
 

North Central Kansas Technical College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 999enrollment
  • $14,472net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

83 miles from Manhattan

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Ottawa University Ottawa
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Ottawa, KS
 

Ottawa University Ottawa

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

 

  • 953enrollment
  • $26,872net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 860-1100SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.12Avg GPA

83 miles from Manhattan

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Benedictine College
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Atchison, KS
 

Benedictine College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

#3 Best Private Colleges in Kansas

  • 2,362enrollment
  • $30,067net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1360SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.57Avg GPA

84 miles from Manhattan

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Hesston College
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Hesston, KS
 

Hesston College

Private 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 325enrollment
  • $21,271net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.37Avg GPA

85 miles from Manhattan

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Highland Community College
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Highland, KS
 

Highland Community College

Public 2 Year

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  • 2,339enrollment
  • $9,373net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

Applications Due Aug 20

85 miles from Manhattan

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Bethel College North Newton
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North Newton, KS

Bethel College North Newton

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 497enrollment
  • $24,630net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 860-1090SAT range
  • 19-24ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA

87 miles from Manhattan

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University of Saint Mary
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Leavenworth, KS
 

University of Saint Mary

Private 4 Year

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#6 Best Private Colleges in Kansas

  • 1,267enrollment
  • $21,887net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 935-1066SAT range
  • 16-23ACT range
  • 3.36Avg GPA

91 miles from Manhattan

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Central Baptist Theological Seminary
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Shawnee, KS
 

Central Baptist Theological Seminary

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 359enrollment
  • $30,567net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

96 miles from Manhattan

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Butler Community College
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El Dorado, KS
 

Butler Community College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 6,697enrollment
  • $15,278net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

97 miles from Manhattan

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Kansas City Kansas Community College
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Kansas City, KS
 

Kansas City Kansas Community College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 4,676enrollment
  • $10,591net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

Applications Due Jul 1

100 miles from Manhattan

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FAQ's

The closest community college is Manhattan Area Technical College and is 0.8 miles from Manhattan. Explore the complete list of nearby community college options.

Tuition and fees at Manhattan Area Technical College are $8,400 for local residents for one academic year. Explore full costs to attend.

Manhattan Area Technical College has an open admission policy. Open admission colleges typically have few admission thresholds and will admit all applicants so long as certain minimum requirements are met.