D
Below Average
Score: 42/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
43/100 · earnings-weighted

Kansas Wesleyan University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Salina, Kansas 67401
Kansas Wesleyan University campus, Salina, KS
Kansas Wesleyan University campus, Salina, KS. Photo: Daniel Bethe, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 38%
Outcomes
C+
57/100
Affordability
F
17/100
Resources
C
51/100
Experience
B+
77/100
Prestige
F
13/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

951
Total Enrollment
38%
Graduation Rate
60%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
85%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Kansas Wesleyan University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$51,152
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$44,811
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$23,250
Median debt at graduation
48.6%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
39.2%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 45% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 41st percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (KS wage index 0.93). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Kansas Wesleyan University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Business Administration, Management and Operations$35,137$59,057-13%#831 of 1176#780$25,000
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness—$48,500-11%#458 of 610#426—
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$43,014$40,174-15%#639 of 680#642$26,250
Criminal Justice and Corrections$37,301————$19,938

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Kansas Wesleyan University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $178,551
  • Avg rent near campus: $966/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 67401 (4.2% cap, Salina)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $32,750 $32,750
Total Cost (On-Campus) $48,210 $48,210

Financial Aid

98%
Receive Any Aid
41%
Receive Pell Grants
80%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

951
Total Students
42%
Women
95%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 57%
Hispanic 19%
Black 12%
Asian 2%
Two or More 6%
Non-Resident 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 62%
Hybrid (Some Online) 31%
Fully Online 7%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 95%
25-64 (Adult) 5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Kansas Wesleyan University?
Kansas Wesleyan University has an acceptance rate of 85%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Kansas Wesleyan University?
Tuition at Kansas Wesleyan University is $32,750 for in-state students and $32,750 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Kansas Wesleyan University?
The graduation rate at Kansas Wesleyan University is 38%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Kansas Wesleyan University a good school?
Kansas Wesleyan University has a Repit College Score of 42/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Kansas Wesleyan University?
Kansas Wesleyan University has a total enrollment of 951 students. Most students (95%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology