Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Wichita State 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
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Kansas (20 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita State University | — | $42,648 | — | — |
| Fort Hays State University | $42,795 | $46,515 | $26,573 | 0.62 |
| University of Kansas | $42,527 | $44,562 | $22,500 | 0.53 |
| Friends University | $41,734 | — | $31,500 | 0.75 |
| Baker University | $40,704 | $39,818 | $27,000 | 0.66 |
| Emporia State University | $38,423 | $34,947 | $26,492 | 0.69 |
| National Median | $36,340 | — | $27,000 | 0.74 |
Other Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs in Kansas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Kansas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Hays State University Hays | $5,633 | $42,795 | $26,573 |
| University of Kansas Lawrence | $11,700 | $42,527 | $22,500 |
| Friends University Wichita | $32,748 | $41,734 | $31,500 |
| Baker University Baldwin City | $33,900 | $40,704 | $27,000 |
| Emporia State University Emporia | $7,356 | $38,423 | $26,492 |
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 Wichita State University, approximately 30% 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.