Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management at Kansas Wesleyan University

Kansas IT management programs present stark contrasts in debt loads, making this estimate particularly important to understand. While similar programs nationally suggest first-year earnings around $58,000—in line with Kansas's median—the estimated $27,000 debt figure tells a dramatically different story than what most Kansas students actually face. The state median sits at $47,579, nearly double this estimate, which likely reflects Kansas Wesleyan's private-school pricing versus the for-profit alternatives that dominate Kansas's IT landscape.

That debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.47 would represent a manageable starting point if it proves accurate. A graduate earning $58,000 who actually borrows $27,000 could reasonably manage those payments while building their career. However, the wide gap between this estimate and the Kansas reality—where the typical graduate carries substantially more debt—suggests considerable uncertainty. Given that 41% of Kansas Wesleyan students receive Pell grants, financial aid packaging will likely vary significantly from student to student.

Before committing, get a specific net price estimate from Kansas Wesleyan's financial aid office and compare it against Kansas's other six programs offering this degree. The difference between $27,000 and $47,000 in debt transforms what looks like a solid investment into a much tighter financial squeeze, especially in those critical first years after graduation.