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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Salina, KS

Kansas Wesleyan University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in KS. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$33,470

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

85.0%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

35.6%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$51,152

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Kansas Wesleyan University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Salina, KS. With a competitive tuition profile of $33,470, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 35.6% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$133,880

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

6.3 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$21,152

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$77,640

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$289,160

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 36%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Kansas Wesleyan University is $23,250.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
42.8%
57.2%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
56.7%
Hispanic
18.5%
Black
12.4%
Two or more
6.5%
International
3.7%
Asian
1.5%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.4%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.3%
Unknown
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$33,470

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$19,098
$30k - $48k$21,369
$48k - $75k$24,994
$75k+$23,583

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$23,250
Pell Grant Recipients40.8%
Using Federal Loans73.6%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment58.0%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$5,424
Avg. Pell Grant$4,911
Avg. State/Local Grant$3,167
Avg. Institutional Grant$18,185
Students Receiving Grants98.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

59.8%

Success

35.6%

In-State Cost

$33,470

Age 25+ Students

4.7%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Diverse

Working at 6yr

344 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Salina (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Salina (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.