Business Administration, Management and Operations at Benedictine College

At nearly $52,000 statewide median for business grads, Kansas sets a surprisingly high bar—and Benedictine's first-year median of $39,661 falls well short, landing in just the 25th percentile among state programs. That $12,000 gap matters practically: it's the difference between comfortably managing a $27,000 student loan and feeling financially stretched. Even compared to national business programs, which typically start at $45,700, Benedictine underperforms.

The 26% earnings growth to $49,804 by year four helps close some ground, but graduates still trail the typical Kansas business major throughout their early career. The $27,000 debt load matches both state and national medians, which means the issue isn't excessive borrowing—it's that the income side of the equation doesn't keep pace with peer programs. When schools like Baker University and MidAmerica Nazarene place their business grads at nearly $59,000, the opportunity cost becomes clear.

The small sample size (under 30 graduates) adds uncertainty, but unless your child has compelling reasons to attend Benedictine specifically—strong family ties, particular campus culture, or unique opportunities—the numbers suggest exploring other Kansas business programs that deliver stronger starting salaries without requiring additional debt.