Compare 6 Drawing. programs in Kansas. Average earnings: $32,998.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Drawing programs tell a different story. Across 6 programs in Kansas, earnings range from $25,999 to $43,029—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
Fort Hays State University's Drawing program leads with graduates earning $43,029, well above the state average of $32,998. Kansas State University follows at $37,783, despite its higher overall profile. This $17K earnings gap between programs reinforces that outcomes depend on program strength, not institutional prestige.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Fort Hays State graduates borrow $21,000 and face a 14.1% payment burden, landing in the 'Manageable' category. When parent loans are included, the burden rises to 23.2%, but students can still pay off their debt with roughly half a year's salary.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $43,029 | 32 | $21,000 | Manageable | $11,833 | Challenging | |
| #2 | Kansas State UniversityPublic | $37,783 | 54 | $21,250 | Challenging | $27,283 | High |
| #3 | Washburn UniversityPublic | $33,993 | 15 | $18,127 | Challenging | $13,741 | High |
| #4 | Wichita State UniversityPublic | $28,955 | 17 | $20,500 | High | $14,306 | High |
| #5 | Emporia State UniversityPublic | $28,230 | 21 | $19,500 | High | $15,050 | High |
| #6 | University Of KansasPublic | $25,999 | 39 | $21,000 | High | $32,347 | 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 →
