Colleges Near Topeka

Colleges and universities near me in the Topeka, Kansas area

There are 2 colleges in Topeka and 56 colleges within 100 miles enrolling a total of 183,628 students. These are the closest colleges.

Located in Kansas with a population of 127,473, the closest colleges are ranked below by distance from Topeka. Driving time to these schools from Topeka should be less than 2 hours. The top rated college in the area is University of Kansas in Lawrence which is ranked #240 in the nation by CollegeSimply. The largest college in the area is University of Kansas enrolling 26,780 students. In terms of affordability, Allen County Community College in Iola offers the lowest tuition for colleges in the area at $1,680 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 Topeka.
Topeka, KS within 100 miles Public Private For-Profit 4 year 2 year

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Washburn University
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Topeka, KS
 

Washburn University

Public 4 Year

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  • 5,657enrollment
  • $14,198net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.46Avg GPA

0 miles from Topeka

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Bryan University Topeka
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Topeka, KS
 

Bryan University Topeka

Private 2 Year

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  • 34enrollment
  • $19,238net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

3 miles from Topeka

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University of Kansas
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Lawrence, KS

University of Kansas

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

#1 Best Value in Kansas

  • 26,780enrollment
  • $20,054net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1330SAT range
  • 21-29ACT range
  • 3.66Avg GPA

Applications Due Aug 15

25 miles from Topeka

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Pinnacle Career Institute Lawrence
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Lawrence, KS
 

Pinnacle Career Institute Lawrence

Private 2 Year

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  • 72enrollment
  • $24,548net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

25 miles from Topeka

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Baker University
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Baldwin City, KS

Baker University

Private 4 Year

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#2 Best Value Colleges in Kansas

  • 2,364enrollment
  • $23,243net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 970-1130SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.45Avg GPA

33 miles from Topeka

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Ottawa University Ottawa
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Ottawa, KS
 

Ottawa University Ottawa

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

 

  • 879enrollment
  • $27,504net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 800-1160SAT range
  • 16-19ACT range
  • 3.12Avg GPA

38 miles from Topeka

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Central Baptist Theological Seminary
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Shawnee, KS
 

Central Baptist Theological Seminary

Private 4 Year

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

46 miles from Topeka

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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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#4 Best Private Colleges in Kansas

  • 1,280enrollment
  • $22,029net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 870-1060SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.36Avg GPA

45 miles from Topeka

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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

  • 2,287enrollment
  • $27,364net price
  • 98%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1350SAT range
  • 22-30ACT range
  • 3.57Avg GPA

48 miles from Topeka

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Kansas State University
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Manhattan, KS

Kansas State University

Public 4 Year

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  • 20,229enrollment
  • $18,494net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.77Avg GPA

49 miles from Topeka

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Manhattan Christian College
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Manhattan, KS
 

Manhattan Christian College

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

 

  • 158enrollment
  • $22,304net price
  • 48%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • 17-25ACT range
  • 3.24Estimated Avg GPA

Applications Due Mar 1

49 miles from Topeka

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Emporia State University
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Emporia, KS

Emporia State University

Public 4 Year

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  • 5,615enrollment
  • $14,437net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA

50 miles from Topeka

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Manhattan Area Technical College
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Manhattan, KS
 

Manhattan Area Technical College

Public 2 Year

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  • 896enrollment
  • $11,201net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

51 miles from Topeka

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MidAmerica Nazarene University
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Olathe, KS
 

MidAmerica Nazarene University

Private 4 Year

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#1 Best Private Colleges in Kansas

  • 1,584enrollment
  • $29,406net price
  • 65%acceptance rate
  • 820-990SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.28Avg GPA

50 miles from Topeka

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Brown Mackie College Kansas City
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Lenexa, KS
 

Brown Mackie College Kansas City

Private 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 171enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

52 miles from Topeka

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Flint Hills Technical College
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Emporia, KS
 

Flint Hills Technical College

Public 2 Year

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  • 1,365enrollment
  • $15,008net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

Applications Due Jun 30

51 miles from Topeka

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Kansas City Kansas Community College
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Kansas City, KS
 

Kansas City Kansas Community College

Public 2 Year

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  • 4,877enrollment
  • $13,043net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

Applications Due Jul 1

51 miles from Topeka

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Johnson County Community College
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Overland Park, KS
 

Johnson County Community College

Public 2 Year

1 reviews

 

  • 16,643enrollment
  • $12,974net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

52 miles from Topeka

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FAQ's

The closest community college is Manhattan Area Technical College and is 50.6 miles from Topeka. Explore the complete list of nearby community college options.

Tuition and fees at Manhattan Area Technical College are $7,650 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.