Kansas Wesleyan University — College Profile

About

Kansas Wesleyan University in Salina, Kansas, is a private, liberal arts institution renowned for its close-knit, supportive community and a strong focus on career-ready, experiential learning. The university is particularly well-regarded for its hands-on nursing program—which partners closely with local healthcare providers—as well as competitive offerings in business, teacher education, and emergency management. Campus life is highly active and inclusive, featuring a vibrant culture where more than 80 percent of students participate in NAIA Coyote athletics, fine arts, or student leadership. Setting KWU apart is "The Coyote Promise," a distinctive commitment that guarantees students can graduate in four years or receive their remaining coursework tuition-free, backed by robust local internship opportunities facilitated by the university’s deep connection to the Salina community.

Wikipedia:Kansas Wesleyan University is a private Christian university in Salina, Kansas, United States. Founded in 1886, it is affiliated with the United Methodist Church and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. It has over 900 students and a 28-acre (11 ha) campus.

Location

Salina, KS, 67401-6146 · Town campus

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Nearest airport from college

MCI · Kansas City

159 mi away

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Cost

Cost of attendance

$47,437

Avg net price

$22,671

Room & board

$11,840

Tuition

$34,630

Books & supplies

$1,400/yr

Average net price by family income

$0–30k

$18,192

$30–48k

$22,442

$48–75k

$20,857

$75–110k

$24,189

$110k+

$25,113

Admissions

Admit rate

72%

Test policy

Not required

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Essay Requirements

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Outcomes

Graduation rate

43%

4-yr on-time completion

41%

1st-yr retention

60%

Transfer-out rate

44%

8-year outcomes

Graduated

36%

Transferred

54%

Still enrolled

Dropped out / unknown

10%

Median earnings (6yr)

$44,811

Median earnings (10yr)

$51,152

Median debt

$23,250

Monthly loan payment

$246

Debt range (25th–75th)

$5,500–$23,000

Debt (90th percentile)

$32,082

Student Body

Men 57%Women 43%

Student : Faculty ratio

■Students ■ Faculty

Pell grant recipients

39%

First-generation

33%

Median family income

$49,181

Independent students

11%

Avg age at entry

20.0

Part-time students

Race & ethnicity

White

57%

Hispanic

18%

Black

12%

Asian

Two or more

Non-resident

NH/PI

Programs & Earnings

Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings

Median earnings for graduates across all programs

6 years after entry

$44,811

10 years after entry

$51,152

Business Administration, Management and Operations32

Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness22

Criminal Justice and Corrections11

Health/Medical Preparatory Programs9

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods8

Communication and Media Studies6

Chemistry6

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing5

Accounting and Related Services5

Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management4

Biology, General4

Natural Resources Conservation and Research3

Computer and Information Sciences, General3

Psychology, General3

History3

Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication2

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Institutional

Endowment

$47M

Classification

Baccalaureate (Diverse)

Undergraduate profile

Four-year, selective admissions

Full-time faculty

100%

Avg faculty salary

$6,316/mo

Instructional spend/student

$5,144