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Hutchinson Community College
Hutchinson, Kansas · Public community college
Address: 1300 N Plum St, Hutchinson, KS 67501 · Phone: (620) 665-3500 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Hutchinson Community College is a public trade and career school in Hutchinson, Kansas offering CNA classes, EMT training, and medical billing and coding, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Hutchinson Community College has a 53.5% completion rate, near the Kansas state average of 57.3%, with graduates carrying median debt of $9,773 and median earnings of $43,470 ten years after entry.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Hutchinson Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 22.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing assistants | $32,180 | $38,010 | $44,170 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $28,560 | $35,780 | $39,060 |
| Medical records specialists | $36,680 | $48,160 | $59,130 |
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $43,760 | $58,920 | $71,080 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $37,790 | $49,410 | $59,200 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $49,780 | $61,760 | $69,470 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $31,970 | $47,790 | $63,000 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $21,910 | $29,710 | $48,010 |
| Medical assistants | $35,140 | $39,510 | $46,380 |
| Phlebotomists | $34,410 | $39,100 | $46,540 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $50,940 | $76,070 | $82,570 |
| Surgical technologists | $44,720 | $60,600 | $67,570 |
| Construction laborers | $31,500 | $44,840 | $49,210 |
| Machinists | $38,240 | $51,220 | $61,450 |
| Electricians | $42,660 | $65,860 | $80,560 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Kansas (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 228 | $31,954 | $38,289 | $8,750 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 158 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, under 300 hours | 46 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 40 | $39,056 | $38,829 | $20,125 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 37 | $31,954 | $38,289 | $8,750 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 35 | not reported | $35,060 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 26 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 25 | $45,963 | not reported | $9,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 21 | $46,505 | $45,500 | $10,964 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 21 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 18 | $46,505 | $45,500 | $10,964 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 14 | $46,505 | $45,500 | $10,964 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | $35,060 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | $35,060 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | $31,305 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Hutchinson Community College is a public trade and career school located in Hutchinson, Kansas, in a distant-town setting. The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, along with specialized accreditors including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at this school. Across 29 program families, the campus's most-completed programs are CNA classes, EMT and paramedic training, and medical billing and coding.
Federal data show a completion rate of 53.5%, which is near the Kansas state average of 57.3%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,773, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $43,470. About 22.8% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 762 trade completers among 3,039 undergraduates, this campus offers a mix of short certificate programs and longer allied-health tracks, which may suit both first-time students and adult career changers depending on the specific program length, though exact program durations are not reported here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and outcome data directly through the College Scorecard and confirm program details with the school before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Hutchinson Community College offers 29 program families, with the most-completed being CNA classes, EMT and paramedic training, and medical billing and coding programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, along with specialized accreditors including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 53.5%, which is near the Kansas state average of 57.3%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,773, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $43,470, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Hutchinson Community College is a public institution, which typically means state-supported tuition rates and public accountability standards.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school to confirm specific program durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status and outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?155195.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers both short certificate-style programs like CNA training and longer allied-health tracks, but specific fit for career changers depends on program length and format not detailed in this data; contact the school to discuss options.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Hutchinson Community College at (620) 665-3500 or visit https://www.hutchcc.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; consult the College Scorecard to compare campuses directly.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.