Manhattan Area Technical College
Manhattan, KS
- Programs
- Auto Mechanic, Carpentry, CNA and EMT and Paramedic and 4 more
- Average net price
- $8,716
- Completion rate
- 68%
- Type
- Public
Trade Schools in Manhattan, KS
Manhattan, KS has 3 schools with trade and career programs in this directory: 2 public and 1 private. Together they graduated 399 students from these programs in the latest federal count.
Published program tuition runs from $4,411 to $22,248, with a median of $18,052 across the 4 programs that report a program price.
Graduates earned a median of $31,169 one year after finishing, where the Department of Education reports earnings for the program.
The largest programs by graduates are at Manhattan Area Technical College, Bellus Academy and Kansas State University.
3
Schools
399
Graduates last year
$18,052
Median program tuition
$31,169
Median earnings, 1 yr after
All 3 schools in Manhattan, KS
Bellus Academy
Manhattan, KS
- Programs
- Barber, Cosmetology, Esthetician and Nail Technician
- Average net price
- $28,152
- Completion rate
- 83%
- Type
- Private for-profit
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS
- Programs
- Aviation Maintenance
- Average net price
- $18,210
- Completion rate
- 71%
- Type
- Public
Common questions
How much does trade school training cost in Manhattan, KS?
The median published tuition is $18,052 (range $4,411 to $22,248, 4 programs reporting). The lowest listed prices are at Bellus Academy ($4,411). Public community and technical colleges often charge less but report tuition per year rather than per program, so check each school's net price calculator.
How long does trade school school take?
Programs that report a length take a median of 9 months to finish (3 to 11 months). Certificates are shorter; associate degrees usually take about two years.
How much do trade school graduates earn?
Across 8 programs with reported outcomes, the median graduate earned $31,169 one year after finishing (U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard). Earnings vary by program and local labor market.
Are there public trade school programs in Manhattan, KS?
Yes. 2 public schools offer it, including Manhattan Area Technical College and Kansas State University.
Data: U.S. Department of Education: IPEDS 2024-25 and College Scorecard (October 2026 release). Listings change; confirm details with the school before you go. How this directory is built.