Compare 11 Auditing. programs in Kansas. Average earnings: $59,143.
With top graduates earning $68,922, Auditing stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $9K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige across Kansas's 11 ranked programs.
Kansas State University's Auditing program leads with graduates earning $68,922, followed closely by Benedictine College at $68,559. The state average of $59,143 demonstrates significant variation, with the earnings spread reaching nearly $25K between top and bottom performers—variation that tracks program quality, not school reputation.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Kansas State University graduates borrow $21,250 and face just a 6.3% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. For families considering parent loans, Wichita State University leads with a 12.3% family burden, proving the best choice depends on who's paying.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Kansas State UniversityPublic | $68,922 | 102 | $21,250 | Excellent | $27,283 | Manageable |
| #2 | Benedictine CollegePrivate | $68,559 | 26 | $24,599 | Excellent | $41,904 | Challenging |
| #3 | University Of KansasPublic | $64,135 | 164 | $21,000 | Excellent | $32,347 | Challenging |
| #4 | Wichita State UniversityPublic | $63,799 | 88 | $20,500 | Excellent | $14,306 | Manageable |
| #5 | Friends UniversityPrivate | $62,096 | 24 | $25,000 | Good | $15,000 | Manageable |
| #6 | Southwestern CollegePrivate | $59,327 | 14 | $25,000 | Good | $19,900 | Manageable |
| #7 | Emporia State UniversityPublic | $59,183 | 39 | $19,500 | Excellent | $15,050 | Manageable |
| #8 | Washburn UniversityPublic | $58,768 | 33 | $18,127 | Excellent | $13,741 | Manageable |
| #9 | Ottawa University-OttawaPrivate | $51,664 | 11 | $21,500 | Good | $20,600 | Challenging |
| #10 | $50,091 | 29 | $18,969 | Good | $10,000 | Manageable | |
| #11 | $44,024 | 51 | $21,000 | Manageable | $11,833 | Challenging |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
