Compare 5 Healthcare Innovation. programs in Kansas. Average earnings: $49,616.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Healthcare Innovation tells a different story. Across 5 programs, earnings range from $35,869 to $75,385—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
Ottawa University-Ottawa's Healthcare Innovation program leads with graduates earning $75,385, well above the $49,616 average. Washburn University follows at $50,420 with a larger cohort of 76 students, while Southwestern College produces graduates earning $47,314—demonstrating that outcomes vary significantly even within Kansas programs.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Ottawa University-Ottawa graduates borrow $21,500 and face just a 5.6% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income, with a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.29.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Ottawa University-OttawaPrivate | $75,385 | 38 | $21,500 | Excellent | $20,600 | Good |
| #2 | Washburn UniversityPublic | $50,420 | 76 | $18,127 | Good | $13,741 | Manageable |
| #3 | Southwestern CollegePrivate | $47,314 | 14 | $25,000 | Manageable | $19,900 | High |
| #4 | Wichita State UniversityPublic | $39,091 | 43 | $20,500 | Manageable | $14,306 | High |
| #5 | $35,869 | 12 | $27,000 | High | $11,828 | 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 →
