Nursing degree programs across Kansas's 12 institutions produce graduates with median earnings ranging from $55,380 to $73,836, demonstrating how program selection significantly impacts healthcare careers. This variation in graduate earnings reflects differences in clinical preparation, faculty expertise, and alumni networks within the competitive nursing field.
Leading the list is University of Saint Mary, achieving the highest program earnings at $73,836—well above the state average of $63,487. The top tier also includes Midamerica Nazarene University with $69,170 earnings and University of Kansas at $68,800, showcasing how both private colleges and public universities can deliver strong BSN programs with excellent career outcomes.
| Rank | School | Location | Earnings | Net Price | Acceptance Rate | Grad Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Ottawa University-OttawaPrivate | Ottawa, KS | $76,207 Median Nursing Earnings | $21,092 | 80.0% | 28.7% |
| #2 | University Of Saint MaryPrivate | Leavenworth, KS | $73,836 Median Nursing Earnings | $24,278 | 89.8% | 44.1% |
| #3 | Olathe, KS | $69,170 Median Nursing Earnings | $25,447 | 73.5% | 46.2% | |
| #4 | University Of KansasPublic | Lawrence, KS | $68,800 Median Nursing Earnings | $10,908 | 88.2% | 68.8% |
| #5 | Baker UniversityPrivate | Baldwin City, KS | $66,572 Median Nursing Earnings | $18,256 | 92.1% | 59.4% |
| #6 | Hays, KS | $65,460 Median Nursing Earnings | $9,964 | 91.8% | 47.9% | |
| #7 | Washburn UniversityPublic | Topeka, KS | $64,619 Median Nursing Earnings | $9,589 | — | 52.6% |
| #8 | Emporia State UniversityPublic | Emporia, KS | $63,033 Median Nursing Earnings | $10,658 | 97.7% | 54.3% |
| #9 | Tabor CollegePrivate | Hillsboro, KS | $59,846 Median Nursing Earnings | $18,085 | 64.6% | 32.9% |
| #10 | Southwestern CollegePrivate | Winfield, KS | $59,169 Median Nursing Earnings | $24,537 | 65.0% | 33.5% |
| #11 | Pittsburg, KS | $59,001 Median Nursing Earnings | $17,392 | 88.2% | 57.6% | |
| #12 | Kansas Wesleyan UniversityPrivate | Salina, KS | $58,930 Median Nursing Earnings | $19,098 | 85.0% | 38.5% |
| #13 | Wichita State UniversityPublic | Wichita, KS | $58,674 Median Nursing Earnings | $10,914 | 94.9% | 51.4% |
| #14 | Benedictine CollegePrivate | Atchison, KS | $58,658 Median Nursing Earnings | $22,718 | 76.4% | 65.1% |
| #15 | Bethel College-North NewtonPrivate | North Newton, KS | $58,644 Median Nursing Earnings | $25,905 | 95.7% | 43.1% |
| #16 | Newman UniversityPrivate | Wichita, KS | $55,380 Median Nursing Earnings | $18,579 | 47.6% | 53.8% |
