Trade Schools in Topeka, KS

Topeka, KS has 4 schools with trade and career programs in this directory: 2 public and 2 private. Together they graduated 650 students from these programs in the latest federal count.

Graduates earned a median of $47,316 one year after finishing, where the Department of Education reports earnings for the program.

The largest programs by graduates are at Washburn Institute of Technology, Midwest Barber College and Washburn University.

4
Schools
650
Graduates last year
$47,316
Median earnings, 1 yr after

All 4 schools in Topeka, KS

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Washburn Institute of Technology

Topeka, KS

Programs
Auto Mechanic, Carpentry, CNA and Cosmetology and 10 more
Average net price
$12,822
Completion rate
71%
Type
Public

Washburn University

Topeka, KS

Programs
Surgical Technologist
Average net price
$11,023
Completion rate
52%
Type
Public

Rasmussen University-Kansas

Topeka, KS

Programs
Medical Assistant, Medical Billing and Coding, Pharmacy Technician and Surgical Technologist
Average net price
$24,957
Completion rate
53%
Type
Private for-profit

Common questions

How much do trade school graduates earn?

Across 15 programs with reported outcomes, the median graduate earned $47,316 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 Topeka, KS?

Yes. 2 public schools offer it, including Washburn Institute of Technology and Washburn 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.