Finance and Financial Management Services at Benedictine College

Benedictine College's finance program punches above its weight in Kansas, with graduates earning $58,821—nearly $9,000 more than the state median and outperforming several larger public universities. While it trails the University of Kansas by about $1,000, it beats Kansas State and significantly exceeds programs at Wichita State and Washburn. This matters for families considering in-state options: you're getting near-flagship earnings at a smaller college setting.

The debt picture is even more compelling. At $26,959, graduates carry only slightly more debt than typical Kansas finance majors, but the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.46 means they're finishing with manageable obligations relative to their first-year income. Nationally, this program sits in the 6th percentile for debt—meaning 94% of finance programs saddle students with more borrowing. Combined with solid earnings in the 70th percentile nationally, the math works clearly in favor of affordability.

For an anxious parent, this translates to a practical outcome: your child would likely start their career earning enough to handle their loans comfortably while gaining the tight-knit community of a smaller college. The 76% admission rate makes it accessible, and the results suggest Benedictine delivers strong career preparation without the debt burden that plagues many private institutions.