Earnings Distribution
How Kansas State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas State University | $51,909 | $53,638 | +3% |
| Concordia University-Irvine | $83,546 | $92,010 | +10% |
| Emporia State University | $53,656 | $53,524 | -0% |
| University of Kansas | $55,595 | $51,786 | -7% |
| Wichita State University | $51,618 | $48,293 | -6% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Kansas
Curriculum and Instruction masters's programs at peer institutions in Kansas (12 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Kansas State UniversityManhattan | $10,942 | $51,909 | $53,638 | — | — |
 University of KansasLawrence | $11,700 | $55,595 | $51,786 | — | — |
 Emporia State UniversityEmporia | $7,356 | $53,656 | $53,524 | — | — |
 Wichita State UniversityWichita | $9,322 | $51,618 | $48,293 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $55,185 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with curriculum and instruction graduates
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 State University, approximately 19% 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.