At a glance
Average net price
$22,671
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
48.6%
Admission rate
72%
Undergrad size
956
In-state tuition
$34,630
Out-of-state tuition
$34,630
Cost of attendance
$47,437
Median earnings (10y)
$51,152
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 60.1%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
14 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by trades & services (27%), business (24%), health (15%).
- STEM10%
- Health15%
- Business24%
- Humanities & arts10%
- Social sciences13%
- Trades & services27%
- Business24.1%~231 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Parks & recreation15.2%~145 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Health professions15.2%~145 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~112 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Psychology5.5%~53 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~46 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~40 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~40 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~40 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication4.1%~40 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education2.8%~26 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- History2.1%~20 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science1.4%~13 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences0.7%~7 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
15 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 67 | $44,935 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 56 | — | $27,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 54 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 31 | $34,762 | $24,330 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 25 | — | — |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 17 | $38,652 | $26,899 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Homeland Security. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Kansas Wesleyan University
Kansas Wesleyan University is a small institution located in Salina, Kansas, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 956 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Parks & recreation, Health professions.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Kansas Wesleyan University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $22,671 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $34,630 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $47,437 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 48.6%, a average completion outcome. 60.1% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $51,152 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Kansas Wesleyan University confers degrees and certificates across 14 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Parks & recreation, Health professions. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by trades & services (27% of credentials), business (24% of credentials), health (15% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Kansas Wesleyan University accepts 72% of applicants, making it moderately selective.
Location & campus
Set in Salina, Kansas (town), Kansas Wesleyan University draws students from across Kansas and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Kansas Wesleyan University
Q.How much does Kansas Wesleyan University cost?
The average net price at Kansas Wesleyan University is $22,671 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $47,437.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Kansas Wesleyan University?
Kansas Wesleyan University has a 6-year graduation rate of 48.6% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Kansas Wesleyan University?
Kansas Wesleyan University admits 72% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Kansas Wesleyan University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Kansas Wesleyan University graduate earns $51,152 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Kansas Wesleyan University?
Published tuition is $34,630 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Kansas Wesleyan University located?
Kansas Wesleyan University is located in Salina, Kansas (ZIP 67401).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Kansas Wesleyan University at their official website.