Compare 7 Business/Commerce, General. programs in Kansas. Average earnings: $51,164.
Business/Commerce, General programs produce graduates earning between $33,993 and $61,914—a $28K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 7 ranked programs in Kansas, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
Baker University's Business/Commerce program leads with graduates earning $61,914, followed closely by University of Kansas at $60,067. The average across all Kansas programs is $51,164, yet these top performers show that strong outcomes aren't limited to the most selective institutions.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Baker UniversityPrivate | $61,914 | 33 | $25,000 | Good | $13,476 | Manageable |
| #2 | University Of KansasPublic | $60,067 | 122 | $21,000 | Excellent | $32,347 | Challenging |
| #3 | Southwestern CollegePrivate | $54,713 | 26 | $25,000 | Good | $19,900 | Challenging |
| #4 | $52,989 | 479 | $21,000 | Good | $11,833 | Manageable | |
| #5 | $50,671 | 69 | $18,969 | Good | $10,000 | Manageable | |
| #6 | Kansas State UniversityPublic | $43,798 | 29 | $21,250 | Manageable | $27,283 | High |
| #7 | Bethel College-North NewtonPrivate | $33,993 | 12 | $24,000 | High | $25,412 | High |
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 →
