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Kansas public universities deliver Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies programs at remarkably low costs, with Fort Hays State University charging just $13,493 annually compared to private Benedictine College's $27,477. This affordability matters in a state where aerospace companies like Spirit AeroSystems increasingly need multilingual professionals for global operations. The $14,000 price gap between the cheapest and most expensive options reflects Kansas's commitment to accessible higher education, particularly through public institutions that maintain strong language departments.
7
Programs
$13,493 – $27,477
Net Price Range
$24,421
Avg. Program Earnings
59.4%
Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services 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 $15,702 $7,356 54.3% 95.7%
4 $17,365 $11,700 68.8% 87.8%
5 $17,883 $10,942 70.5% 95.1%
6 $18,889 $8,008 57.6% 86.2%
7 $27,477 $34,800 65.1% 98.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Fort Hays State University the most affordable option for language studies?

Fort Hays State charges $13,493 net annually, nearly $300 less than Wichita State University. The school maintains an 88% acceptance rate while keeping costs low through efficient operations and state funding support.

How do graduation rates compare across Kansas language programs?

Kansas State University leads with a 70.5% graduation rate, followed closely by the University of Kansas at 68.8%. These flagship institutions outperform smaller regional schools like Fort Hays State at 47.8%, though all maintain competitive costs under $18,000 annually.

Does program cost correlate with career earnings in Kansas?

Available earnings data shows Wichita State graduates earning $24,421 annually with $17,500 in debt. The program costs $13,776 net, suggesting strong return on investment compared to national language studies averages.

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