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Fort Hays State University delivers Kansas's most affordable Geography and Cartography education at just $13,493 net cost, nearly $5,000 less than the next cheapest option. Kansas students benefit from strong in-state tuition rates across all five public programs, with costs ranging from $5,633 to $11,700. The state's aerospace industry, including Spirit AeroSystems and Textron Aviation, creates demand for mapping and spatial analysis professionals who understand the geographic factors affecting aircraft manufacturing and logistics.
5
Programs
$13,493 – $18,889
Net Price Range
$42,682
Avg. Program Earnings
59.2%
Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Geography and Cartography Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $13,493 $5,633 47.8% 88.0%
2 $13,776 $9,322 51.4% 94.9%
3 $17,365 $11,700 68.8% 87.8%
4 $17,883 $10,942 70.5% 95.1%
5 $18,889 $8,008 57.6% 86.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Fort Hays State University the cheapest option for Geography students?

Fort Hays charges a net cost of $13,493, with in-state tuition at just $5,633. The university accepts 88% of applicants while maintaining a 48% graduation rate, making it accessible for students seeking affordable geographic education.

How do graduation rates compare across Kansas Geography programs?

Kansas State University leads with a 71% graduation rate, followed by the University of Kansas at 69%. Fort Hays State, despite being the cheapest option, maintains a 48% graduation rate while Pittsburg State achieves 58%.

Does Kansas offer good value for Geography and Cartography students?

Kansas State University graduates earn $42,682 annually while paying $17,883 total costs. All five programs maintain high acceptance rates above 86%, giving students multiple affordable pathways into geographic careers.

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