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Cheapest Ecology Colleges in Kansas

Ranked by lowest net price after financial aid. See our methodology.

Washburn University delivers Kansas's most affordable Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology education at just $13,046 net price, creating a $14,264 gap between the cheapest and most expensive options. The state's agricultural economy and grassland ecosystems provide abundant field research opportunities, while the University of Kansas offers strong value with its 68.8% graduation rate at $17,365. Public institutions dominate affordability here, with private colleges ranging from $19,868 to $27,310.
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Programs
$13,046 – $27,310
Net Price Range
46.4%
Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $13,046 $9,578 52.6%
2 $17,365 $11,700 68.8% 87.8%
3 $19,868 $35,050 32.9% 52.7%
4 $22,403 $32,200 29.0% 61.1%
5 $25,752 $32,748 61.5% 63.3%
6 $27,310 $38,480 33.5% 70.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the large price difference between Kansas ecology programs?

Public universities like Washburn ($13,046) and University of Kansas ($17,365) offer significantly lower net prices than private institutions. Private colleges range from $19,868 at Tabor to $27,310 at Southwestern, reflecting smaller class sizes and different funding models.

How do graduation rates vary among affordable programs?

University of Kansas leads with a 68.8% graduation rate despite its low $17,365 cost. Friends University achieves 61.5% at $25,752, while several smaller colleges like Sterling (29%) and Tabor (32.9%) show lower completion rates.

Where can students find the best value for ecology studies?

University of Kansas combines strong academics with affordability at $17,365 net price and 87.84% acceptance rate. Washburn offers the lowest cost at $13,046, though graduation data suggests careful consideration of program support services.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.