Est. Earnings (1yr)
$51,627
Est. from KS median (19 programs)
Est. Median Debt
$27,000
Est. from KS median (11 programs)

Analysis

Kansas Christian College's business program comes with an estimated $27,000 in debt—slightly above the national median but typical for Kansas private institutions. What's less clear is whether the estimated first-year earnings of $51,627, derived from other Kansas business programs, accurately reflect this school's actual outcomes. With 58% of students receiving Pell grants, the debt burden could weigh particularly heavy if actual earnings fall short of state averages.

The estimated debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.52 suggests manageable repayment—about half a year's salary to clear student loans—but this assumes graduates actually achieve the $51,627 figure. Other Kansas business programs with reported data show a wide range, from around $55,000 at the University of Kansas to nearly $60,000 at schools like Southwestern College and Baker University. Without actual earnings data from Kansas Christian College, it's impossible to know where this program truly lands in that spectrum.

Given the uncertainty, parents should ask the school directly about graduate outcomes: What percentage of business majors find employment within six months? What's the typical starting salary range? If the school can't provide concrete answers, that's information in itself. The estimated figures suggest a middle-of-the-road investment, but with no verified data to confirm whether this program delivers even average results, you're essentially making a $27,000 bet on unknowns.

Where Kansas Christian College Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all business administration, management and operations bachelors's programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Kansas

Business Administration, Management and Operations bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Kansas (28 total in state)

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)*Earnings (4yr)Median Debt*Debt/Earnings
Kansas Christian CollegeOverland Park$10,950$51,627*$27,000*
Southwestern CollegeWinfield$38,480$59,951*$20,833*0.35
Rasmussen University-KansasTopeka$15,340$59,693*$56,566$37,315*0.63
Baker UniversityBaldwin City$33,900$59,145*$69,464$41,057*0.69
MidAmerica Nazarene UniversityOlathe$36,120$58,494*$58,350$23,726*0.41
University of KansasLawrence$11,700$55,633*$77,588$21,469*0.39
National Median$45,703*$26,000*0.57
* Estimated from similar programs

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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 Kansas Christian College, approximately 58% 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 19 similar programs in KS. Actual outcomes may vary.