Colleges Near Independence

Colleges and universities near me in the Independence, Kansas area

There 41 colleges within 100 miles enrolling a total of 111,688 students. These are the closest colleges.

Located in Kansas with a population of 9,483, the closest colleges are ranked below by distance from Independence. Driving time to these schools from Independence should be less than 2 hours. The top rated college in the area is University of Tulsa in Tulsa, Oklahoma which is ranked #106 in the nation by CollegeSimply. The largest college in the area is Wichita State University enrolling 16,741 students. In terms of affordability, Coffeyville Community College in Coffeyville offers the lowest tuition for colleges in the area at $1,248 per year.

This directory is inclusive of nearby two and four year schools, both public and private. If you are looking for more affordable higher education options or not ready for a full four-year program, consider local community colleges near Independence.
Independence, KS within 100 miles Public Private For-Profit 4 year 2 year

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Friends University
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Wichita, KS
 

Friends University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

#7 Best Private Colleges in Kansas

  • 1,927enrollment
  • $22,579net price
  • 56%acceptance rate
  • 915-1090SAT range
  • 17-22ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA

96 miles from Independence

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Newman University
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Wichita, KS
 

Newman University

Private 4 Year

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  • 2,787enrollment
  • $19,315net price
  • 48%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA

96 miles from Independence

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Northern Oklahoma College
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Tonkawa, OK
 

Northern Oklahoma College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 3,083enrollment
  • $7,782net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

Applications Due Aug 20

95 miles from Independence

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Ottawa University Ottawa
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Ottawa, KS
 

Ottawa University Ottawa

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

#6 Best Private Colleges in Kansas

  • 1,055enrollment
  • $28,126net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 880-1140SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 3.12Avg GPA

98 miles from Independence

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Northeastern State University
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Tahlequah, OK

Northeastern State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

#6 Best Public Universities in Oklahoma

  • 6,466enrollment
  • $11,153net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 920-1145SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.49Avg GPA

100 miles from Independence

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FAQ's

The closest community college is Independence Community College and is 2.6 miles from Independence. Explore the complete list of nearby community college options.

Tuition and fees at Independence Community College are $4,440 for local residents for one academic year. Explore full costs to attend.

Independence Community College has an open admission policy. Open admission colleges typically have few admission thresholds and will admit all applicants so long as certain minimum requirements are met.