Carpentry schools in Kansas

We found 15 schools offering carpentry training in Kansas, with campuses in Great Bend, Coffeyville, Wichita, and Arkansas City and more. Carpenters in Kansas earn a median $56,960 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
15
Public colleges
15
Median pay in KS
$56,960

15 carpentry schools

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  1. Barton County Community College

    Great Bend, KS · Public

    • Carpentry
    • Plumbing
    • Welding
    • +11
  2. Coffeyville Community College

    Coffeyville, KS · Public

    • Carpentry
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +12
  3. Cowley County Community College

    Arkansas City, KS · Public

    • Carpentry
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +8
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  5. Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College

    Goodland, KS · Public

    • Carpentry
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +10
  6. Fort Hays Tech North Central

    Beloit, KS · Public

    • Carpentry
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +12
  7. Fort Scott Community College

    Fort Scott, KS · Public

    • Carpentry
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +9
  8. Garden City Community College

    Garden City, KS · Public

    • Carpentry
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +9
  9. Highland Community College - Kansas

    Highland, KS · Public

    • Carpentry
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +12
  10. Hutchinson Community College

    Hutchinson, KS · Public

    • Carpentry
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +21
  11. Kansas City Kansas Community College

    Kansas City, KS · Public

    • Carpentry
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +18
  12. Manhattan Area Technical College

    Manhattan, KS · Public

    • Carpentry
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +9
  13. Neosho County Community College

    Chanute, KS · Public

    • Carpentry
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +12
  14. Salina Area Technical College

    Salina, KS · Public

    • Carpentry
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +13
  15. Washburn Institute of Technology

    Topeka, KS · Public

    • Carpentry
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +16
  16. Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology

    Wichita, KS · Public

    • Carpentry
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +15

What carpenters earn in Kansas

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Median pay
$56,960
$27.39 an hour
Typical range
$38,860–$88,090
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in KS
5,210
Job growth, 2025–35
+3.9%
62,800 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

How many carpentry schools are in Kansas?

We list 15 schools in Kansas with carpentry programs: 15 public colleges. Campuses are in Great Bend, Coffeyville, Wichita, Arkansas City, and Goodland.

Are there community college carpentry programs in Kansas?

Yes. 15 public colleges in Kansas offer carpentry. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does carpentry school cost in Kansas?

Among the 15 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $4,957 to $16,744. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do carpenters make in Kansas?

The median pay for carpenters in Kansas is $56,960 a year, and most earn between $38,860 and $88,090, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a carpentry school in Kansas?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.