2024 Best Colleges for Kinesiology and Physical Therapy in Kansas

• Lawrence, KS•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.84 out of 5  3,407 reviews

Niche User: I am so excited to be attending there next year! They have an endless amount of opportunities for me as a Journalism major. Ranging from amazing equipment to amazing job opportunities within the school, one being KU Athletics. The school is huge which allows for many opportunities to meet all kinds of different people from all over. I get to learn about their cultures and ways of life that I didn't even know about before. The atmosphere not only on campus but Lawrence itself is unreal. The safety I feel within it allows me to be myself. It's my home away from home.... Read 3,407 reviews

• grade A minus

• Acceptance rate 92%

• Net price $18,608

• SAT range 1090-1330

• Manhattan, KS•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.86 out of 5  3,471 reviews

Sophomore: Kansas State University couldn't be more perfect for me and for what I'm majoring in. They have so many resources for students for all kinds of situations including research opportunities, on-campus jobs, tutoring, financial assistance and so much more. All of the instructors that I've had have been very open about expectations and how to succeed, and there are many advisors, instructors, etc, that you can reach out to when needing assistance or information. Though it is a very large campus it feels like home and it is easy to find your niche!... Read 3,471 reviews

• grade A minus

• Acceptance rate 96%

• Net price $19,874

• SAT range —

• Sterling, KS•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.55 out of 5  233 reviews

Junior: I love Sterling College! The environment is extremely friendly and welcoming, and I love how everybody basically gets to know everybody.... Read 233 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 47%

• Net price $22,377

• SAT range 900-1080

• Olathe, KS•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.86 out of 5  300 reviews

Senior: My experience at MidAmerica has been rocky. The usual ups and downs as a student, however there are many great things about this university. I enjoy the sense of community at the school, it can be slightly overwhelming due to the school's population. As for things I would love to see change is the finances for future students, for my years the school's price has constantly increased. With no benefits to the student of increasing pricing, they added a new student center but all other buildings are fairly old.... Read 300 reviews

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 65%

• Net price $28,554

• SAT range 910-990

• Salina, KS•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.65 out of 5  188 reviews

Junior: I really enjoyed the small classrooms size and how much the professors are invested in your all over success, whether school or sports. KWU understands the balance between sports and academics. They value the individual over everything. I do wish that the clubs on campus were more visible to students and the community. Sports definitely takes a forefront at the school but I do wish there were more community opportunities for students even with a busy athletic schedule.... Read 188 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 68%

• Net price $23,803

• SAT range 970-1110

• Baldwin City, KS•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.51 out of 5  501 reviews

Freshman: I transferred to Baker University for the Spring semester (2021) and have absolutely loved it so far! The admissions department was understanding of my situation at my former institution and extremely helpful in getting everything in order for the transition. All of my credits from high school and my previous University transferred over and I was able to get into all the classes that applied with my major. Another thing I have noticed since being at Baker is how involved the student body is in different activities and events the Student Life Office and other school organizations, like Sororities, have throughout the week. On most days there is a new club/group handing out snacks or fun items to students and inviting us to participate in the activity they are hosting. I have only been here a short time but I am so excited for the next four years in Baldwin!... Read 501 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 99%

• Net price $24,865

• SAT range 970-1130

• Wichita, KS•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.7 out of 5  1,619 reviews

Freshman: Wichita State University is a great start for someone who is looking for a college and lives around the Wichita area. I grew up in Wichita and have always had a hard time fitting in. But at Wichita State University, I feel like there are many places where I could connect with others who share similar interests. I plan to finish my degree with Wichita State University and look for more opportunities that are made easily accessible by the university. However, my problem with WSU is the surrounding area and it does not have many sports. WSU feels limited in the freedom of students because Wichita surrounds it. This makes it harder to experience "college life", especially when I have grown up here. Also, I know there are complications with sports here, but I believe that we can bring back an amazing football and basketball team that can compete in college sports leagues. Still, I love this place, Go Shocks!... Read 1,619 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 91%

• Net price $13,905

• SAT range 1010-1220

• Leavenworth, KS•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.57 out of 5  133 reviews

Junior: Overall, The University of Saint Mary is a very good school! The professors are very helpful and eager to see you succeed. The student community is very lively and supportive of school functions. The main thing the school should work on is the communication between administration and students. It can be a challenge to get ahold of someone, but it is noticeable that they are working on fixing this issue.... Read 133 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 81%

• Net price $23,801

• SAT range 870-1060

• Pittsburg, KS•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.83 out of 5  1,017 reviews

Junior: My overall experience at Pittsburg State University has been nothing but the best. I love the atmosphere of the campus and college in general. Every professor I have had here has been so helpful, they truly want the best for the students ensuring that we all succeed not only in their class but our futures. Pittsburg State University opened their arms to me the first day I toured it. The campus is very inclusive and offers many opportunities to join all sorts of different clubs. I would recommend Pittsburg State University to everyone that is looking to go to college. Go Rillas!... Read 1,017 reviews

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 94%

• Net price $14,748

• SAT range 920-1180

• Emporia, KS•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.73 out of 5  820 reviews

Sophomore: So far, this university has brought me joy and new friends. What I like most about Emporia State Univesity is the community and the opportunities given to the alums. Community support both for academics and athletics helps propel Emporia State. After we graduate, we are given excellent opportunities to pursue our careers and start internships, this is because professional worksites acknowledge how well Emporia State teaches their students and sets them up for success. With a student body not too big or too small, there are plenty of opportunities to make new friends. Along with making friends, students at Emporia State also create strong, positive relationships with their professors. The students and faculty at Emporia State University also support the athletic programs, and that results in success in many sports. The buildings are up-to-date, but minor improvements to them can make Emporia State University one of the best!... Read 820 reviews

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 88%

• Net price $14,564

• SAT range 950-1060

• Atchison, KS•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.45 out of 5  557 reviews

Freshman: I am excited to begin my journey at Benedictine College this Fall. I have seven older siblings who attended this school! The community is warm and close. The professors are personal and available. The classes are challenging!! The town of Atchison welcomes the students of Benedictine College, which brings economic boon to the town. During Covid, this school stood by its students and fought for them to stay on campus when the county wanted to impose severe limitations. In addition to all that, the school is faithfully Catholic and the grounds are absolutely beautiful and inspiring. The president of this college greets each student arriving in the Fall, prays for each student, immerses himself in the student population, and leads with integrity and vision. What a gift to spend 4 years at this college.... Read 557 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 98%

• Net price $27,946

• SAT range 1100-1350

• Hays, KS•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.65 out of 5  853 reviews

Alum: FHSU has a special place in my heart. I love the faculty, the learning environment, and the variety of assignments given to me. The online format was quite flexible, and I was able to work at my own pace. They helped me be successful and I cannot thank them enough for their support. If you want to go to a reputable school, Fort Hays State University is the place to go. I graduated with my Bachelor’s and Master’s from this fine institution, and I would recommend FHSU to anyone who wants to expand their horizons. I wouldn’t change a thing about them. They’re the best university out there. Go Tigers!... Read 853 reviews

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 90%

• Net price $13,788

• SAT range —

• Topeka, KS•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.73 out of 5  960 reviews

Alum: Washburn feels like home to me. It is an amazing place to learn in small class settings and has a lively community of students of all ages and backgrounds. It is extremely affordable compared to other universities in the state and has some beautiful new additions to campus since I graduated. I was able to have a 1-on-1 relationship with all of my professors and that helped me better comprehend the materials I was being taught and made learning fun and easy, especially knowing I always had help if needed. The campus is picturesque and the living spaces are comfortable and inviting. Plus, they just added a new merit scholarship grid that is based solely on your high school GPA, so you can get a big scholarship right off the bat just for applying! I wish they had that when I attended, although I still paid off my education less than a year after graduating! It's a first-class education at an affordable rate and I can't recommend enough.... Read 960 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $14,617

• SAT range —

• El Dorado, KS•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 4.07 out of 5  476 reviews

Sophomore: My first year at Butler was amazing! I met two of my bestest friends on only the first day of school! The teachers are also great. My public speaking class, which I was nervous for, turned out to be my favorite class of my whole first year! My biology professor made everything easy to understand and related the topics to our lives so we would better understand. I was also lucky enough to have the same teacher for two different classes which was really helpful since I already knew how she ran everything. The environment is small yet welcoming which makes it very easy to talk to people even as an introvert. I have also attended multiple sporting events which had high energy throughout the whole game! I recommend Butler to everyone I talk to and I can’t wait to see what the up coming year has in store for me.... Read 476 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $14,217

• SAT range —

• Wichita, KS•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.96 out of 5  112 reviews

Alum: I cannot speak highly enough about WSU Tech. I met all my favorite teachers there in the Information Technology program. Great opportunities for students including those in high school. You can start college programs through WSU Tech as early as your Sophomore year in high school. I started my Sophomore year and graduated from the IT program my Senior year. WSU Tech offers amazing classes and programs in Aviation, Healthcare, Construction, Manufacturing, Information Technology, and everything in between across its two campuses. If I had to earn an Associate's again I'd do it through WSU Tech.... Read 112 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $9,823

• SAT range —

• Great Bend, KS•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.86 out of 5  277 reviews

Sophomore: Ive been a student at Barton County Community College on and off for the past handful of years, and am currently a full time student in the Paramedic Program. BCCC has always being incredibly accommodating to me as a student. Particularly, the financial aid department has gone above and beyond to help me make sure everything financial is in order. Especially notable is one of the financial aid ladies bending over backwards, when I lost track of a particular scholarship, in order to make sure I had the help and coverage I needed. On multiple occasions, my teachers and instructors have helped me through class, especially when dealing with personal issues and complications. All staff encounters have been phenomenal, and they truly embody caring about their students. BCCC offers an extensive variety of classes, both in-class and online. They cater to making a student a success, no matter what their plans and goals.... Read 277 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $10,149

• SAT range —

• Highland, KS•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.77 out of 5  221 reviews

Freshman: Nice campus, engaged community! Excellent vocal music program and campus life experience! The large on-campus population in a small town makes for a uniquely valuable social growth opportunity for students coming into college. Small class sizes ensure students are able to be given the one on one interaction time that all data shows to be beneficial. I was a student here and met friends from all walks of life, from around the country who I'm friends with 20 years later. The staff and faculty care about the success of their students, both academically and personally. Like any college experience you will get out what you put into it, but Highland truly offers a unique opportunity for growth during those transition years of a traditional student coming from High School and going on to a 4 year. I'm also very impressed with how much the technical programs have grown and evolved! Or maybe I just didn't know how cool they were before. Either way, the school is a very amazing experience... Read 221 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $7,230

• SAT range —

• Dodge City, KS•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.64 out of 5  115 reviews

Sophomore: So far, I've had a great experience attending this college. The environment was nice, and I had the opportunity to attend all of my classes that were on campus with no problems. This college also allowed me to attend classes in the evenings and online. I liked that because I work during the day, and they could adjust my class to my work schedule. I also like the variety of career paths that DC3 offers, and it expands opportunities for each of the students attending here. So far, I have had a good experience with teachers and other staff members from DC3 and I recommend attending DC3!... Read 115 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $6,821

• SAT range —

• Ottawa, KS•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.49 out of 5  256 reviews

Niche User: The academics were amazing and all my professors I had were helpful, engaging, and extremely intelligent! Unfortunately, the only downside I had was with some of the athletic staff, but overall I had a good experience.... Read 256 reviews

• grade C minus

• Acceptance rate 76%

• Net price $26,354

• SAT range 800-1160

• Lindsborg, KS•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.45 out of 5  183 reviews

Other: All of the admin and professors were very welcoming when going on a college visit. They made Bethany feel like a home to me. The student life is very involved in Lindsborg and the neighborhoods surrounding the campus. They've always communicated with me throughout my college search, which stood out to me the most. The athletic department also tried their very best to make Bethany affordable to me. The students on campus were also very open to me and made me feel comfortable here in Lindsborg. Bethany overall has helped me through my college process, which made me fall in love with the school.... Read 183 reviews

• grade C minus

• Acceptance rate 72%

• Net price $26,732

• SAT range 810-1040

• Winfield, KS•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.77 out of 5  126 reviews

Freshman: My experience at Southwestern College has been interesting. It is not a very large college, so almost everyone knows everyone. I can say however that there is always something for you to do on campus, like attending a volleyball game or a soccer game or football games in the fall. Southwestern is like one big family and everyone here are good people.... Read 126 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 69%

• Net price $26,401

• SAT range 920-1110

• Hillsboro, KS•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.5 out of 5  171 reviews

Freshman: I am continuously in awe of my school. Everything about this school is just phenomenal. We have the greatest President, and all the faculty and staff are outstanding. The students are also so kind and welcoming, it is refreshing being in a place where I feel so safe. There are countless student-led activities, and this is a great Christian atmosphere with many people showing Jesus' Love. This is also an excellent place for people who aren't religious, and there are other connections to this college besides religion. I would highly recommend Tabor to anyone considering going to college.... Read 171 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 54%

• Net price $20,919

• SAT range 900-1100

• Mcpherson, KS•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.72 out of 5  93 reviews

Freshman: Central is a pretty good college to attend. It’s a smaller college population, but on the upside it allows for a more immersive and hands on learning experience. They also try to really welcome everyone with a number of activities before the semester starts. These activities include bowling, water park, etc. The staff is really helpful as well, everyone knowing everyone really allows for genuine interactions. The only thing to improve would be to renovate the campus starting with dorms.... Read 93 reviews

• grade C

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $15,009

• SAT range —

• North Newton, KS•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.9 out of 5  240 reviews

Senior: As a transfer student to Bethel College, I was shocked to experience such a culture of support and community that I was greeted with upon my arrival on campus. The positivity and school pride that engulfs the atmosphere at any campus event whether its an athletic event, musical, or even convocation every Monday is unmatched. I made the right decision by going to Bethel College, because it feels great to be surrounded by staff and other students that value you as a person and want to see you succeed. The only thing I would like to see changed is remodeling of the residential facilities and additions to the athletic facilities.... Read 240 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 71%

• Net price $24,508

• SAT range 990-1160

• Independence, KS•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.63 out of 5  71 reviews

Sophomore: Independence Community College is a very small town college experience. The College is small, the town is small, you basically only have Walmart as your place to shop. However, it's the community that makes the town. The community offers lots to do if you know how to look for it. There is Pennsylvania Ave, where they hold the annual NEEWOLLAH Halloween event for a full week. There is also The Hub which is a Church program held in a movie theater, they offer lots of community opportunities and events to attend. The academic advisors and student academic programs are very on it when it comes to offering students help with scholarship opportunities and making sure you're signing up for the right classes and graduating. ICC is also known for its football program being on the Netflix series "Last Chance U."... Read 71 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $6,517

• SAT range —