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Topeka Colleges

Topeka Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Topeka

There are at least 3 colleges in Topeka, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 7,587 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 5,916 full-time students, and a reported 674 dorm rooms.

Nearby cities and towns have as many or more colleges or students than Topeka; see particularly Lawrence colleges.

Please also check for colleges in the nearby cities and towns, shown at the left. We also provide an extensive list of Kansas Colleges.

Of Note For College Students

  • There are a lot of studio and one-bedroom apartments in Topeka.

Topeka Open Admission Colleges

Schools open to most or all qualified applicants (qualifications vary).
Based on 2007 information.

B Street Design-School International Hair Styling-Topeka
3602 SW Topeka Blvd
Topeka, Kansas 66611

  • Programs: cosmetology, personal grooming.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 123 students, 86 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Placement assistance.

Colleges With Selective Admissions

These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2007 information.

Kaw Area Technical School
5724 SW Huntoon
Topeka, Kansas 66604-2117

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: nursing assistant, licensed practical nurse, automobile mechanics, computer networking, medication aide, HVAC, child care provider, welding.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 563 students, 283 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services.

Washburn University
1700 SW College Avenue
Topeka, Kansas 66621-0001

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: law, registered nursing, business management, radiation therapist, social work, criminal justice and administration, finance, sonography and ultrasound tech.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 6,901 students, 5,547 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 674 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

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Colleges in Nearby Cities and Towns

(Student count includes part-time and full-time; not all students live in the city or town. Data as of 2007.)

City/TownCollegesPop.
(2000)		StudentsDorms
Lawrence Colleges380,09829,5515,393

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