Accounting at Southwestern College
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
Accounting bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Kansas (24 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern College | $53,842* | $59,327 | $28,105 | — |
| Kansas State University | $60,155* | $68,922 | $24,250 | 0.40 |
| Wichita State University | $59,448* | $63,799 | $22,250 | 0.37 |
| Benedictine College | $58,320* | $68,559 | $20,500 | 0.35 |
| Fort Hays State University | $56,503* | $44,024 | $26,000 | 0.46 |
| Washburn University | $55,197* | $58,768 | $20,853 | 0.38 |
| National Median | $53,694* | — | $25,000 | 0.47 |
Other Accounting Programs in Kansas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Kansas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas State University Manhattan | $10,942 | $60,155 | $24,250 |
| Wichita State University Wichita | $9,322 | $59,448 | $22,250 |
| Benedictine College Atchison | $34,800 | $58,320 | $20,500 |
| Fort Hays State University Hays | $5,633 | $56,503 | $26,000 |
| Washburn University Topeka | $9,578 | $55,197 | $20,853 |
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 Southwestern College, approximately 39% 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 13 similar programs in KS. Actual outcomes may vary.