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Neosho County Community College
Chanute, Kansas · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 800 W 14th St, Chanute, KS 66720 · Phone: (620) 431-2820 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — Apr 2025 · Warning or Equivalent-Factors Affecting Academic Quality · American Occupational Therapy Association; Dec 2025 · Accreditation Reaffirmed: Warning Removed.
Neosho County Community College is a public trade school in Chanute, Kansas offering CNA classes, welding, and LPN programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Neosho County Community College has a 33.8% completion rate versus a 57.3% state average, with median graduate debt of $8,500 and median earnings of $45,966 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Neosho County Community College; contact the school for current tuition. The campus accepts federal financial aid (Title IV), and 18.1% 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 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $37,790 | $49,410 | $59,200 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $49,780 | $61,760 | $69,470 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $43,660 | $60,460 | $72,830 |
| Construction laborers | $31,500 | $44,840 | $49,210 |
| Medical records specialists | $36,680 | $48,160 | $59,130 |
| Medical assistants | $35,140 | $39,510 | $46,380 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $28,560 | $35,780 | $39,060 |
| Surgical technologists | $44,720 | $60,600 | $67,570 |
| Phlebotomists | $34,410 | $39,100 | $46,540 |
| Electricians | $42,660 | $65,860 | $80,560 |
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | $50,630 | $80,270 | $82,720 |
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 | 206 | not reported | not reported | $8,972 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 89 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 45 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 32 | not reported | not reported | $8,972 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 20 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 5 | $39,876 | $36,848 | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 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
Neosho County Community College is a public trade and career school located in Chanute, Kansas, a remote town setting. The campus participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), so students who qualify can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with its nursing programs accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Among its 16 program families, the most-completed programs are CNA classes (206 completers), welding schools (134 completers), and LPN/LVN programs (32 completers).
Federal data show a completion rate of 33.8%, which is below the Kansas state average of 57.3%. Graduates who took out loans carry a median debt of $8,500, and median earnings ten years after entry are $45,966. About 18.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income enrollment. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With a strong emphasis on shorter certificate-style programs like CNA and welding alongside an LPN track, this campus may suit students seeking direct-entry healthcare or skilled-trade credentials rather than longer associate degree paths, though specific program lengths are not reported here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Higher Learning Commission and ACEN, and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current outcome figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Neosho County Community College offers 16 program families including CNA classes, welding, LPN/LVN programs, HVAC, construction trades, medical billing and coding, medical assisting, EMT training, surgical tech, phlebotomy, electrician training, and aviation mechanics. The most-completed programs are CNA classes, welding, and LPN programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with its nursing programs also accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students may use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 33.8%, which is below the Kansas state average of 57.3%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $8,500, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $45,966, 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 at (620) 431-2820 or visit https://www.neosho.edu/ for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Neosho County Community College is a public institution, which often means lower published tuition rates for in-state residents compared to private for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in federal data for this campus; contact the school directly to ask about program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Higher Learning Commission and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?155566.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The presence of shorter-format programs like CNA classes and welding, alongside an LPN track, suggests options for career changers seeking quicker entry points, though specific scheduling and length details are not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Federal data does not specify licensing requirements for individual programs; contact the school directly to ask about certification or licensure tied to specific programs like CNA or LPN.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Neosho County Community College at (620) 431-2820 or through its website at https://www.neosho.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data for this listing does not include comparative information about other nearby schools; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?155566 to compare campuses directly.
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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.