Information Science/Studies at Friends University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Kansas
Information Science/Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Kansas (9 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friends University | $56,399* | $83,607 | $26,694* | — |
| Rasmussen University-Kansas | $64,329* | — | $22,632* | 0.35 |
| Fort Hays State University | $56,399* | $59,087 | $26,427* | 0.47 |
| Emporia State University | $48,438* | $76,076 | $19,237* | 0.40 |
| National Median | $58,651* | — | $25,750* | 0.44 |
Other Information Science/Studies Programs in Kansas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Kansas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rasmussen University-Kansas Topeka | $15,340 | $64,329 | $22,632 |
| Fort Hays State University Hays | $5,633 | $56,399 | $26,427 |
| Emporia State University Emporia | $7,356 | $48,438 | $19,237 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Friends University, approximately 34% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 3 similar programs in KS. Actual outcomes may vary.