Vatterott College
Vatterott College's innovative, hands-on training helps you build the life you want.
 Everything we teach has practical,
real-world value. Earn your certificate, diploma, or bachelor's degree in Trade,
Technology, Healthcare, Design, or Administrative fields and start your future. Our
expert instructors and flexible schedules enable you to get the skills employers
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Kansas Colleges, Universities, and
Schools
A good high school education,
followed by a college degree, is essential for career advancement these days. Competition
for jobs is fierce and even most manual jobs now require a certification providing
skill and experience.
Jobs requiring an associate degree are projected to grow 32 percent over the 2000-10
period; jobs requiring a post-secondary vocational award should grow 24.1 percent
(U.S. Department of Labor). Today, college graduates earn an average of 98% more
income than non-college-graduates. And the gap is widening. (Source: U.S. Department
of Commerce). Bachelor's and master's degrees, combined with experience, provide
the best route to success.
The Sunflower state of Kansas has a wealth of educational opportunities. With a population
of over 2,688,418 (2000 census), Kansas boasts six state universities, nineteen community
colleges, five technical colleges, six technical schools and a municipal university.
There is an excellent educational infrastructure offering help, financial assistance
and statistics at all levels. This can all be accessed on the local government website,
including as comprehensive information about K12 schools in every state. The No Child
Left Behind Act of 2001 (NCLB) placed a major emphasis upon teacher quality as a
factor in improving student achievement.
With such a wide range of counties, cities and towns in this richly historical state,
you can choose from a wide range of sport, leisure and cultural attractions. The
liberal arts are well represented by its many libraries, music and dance theaters,
museums and art galleries.
Aircraft, manufacturing, agriculture, and education are the main industries in Kansas.
The sheer variety of cities and counties means that employment statistics vary, but
overall employment opportunities are growing.
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