Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 46.4%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $41,445
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $6,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 15:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 55.8%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $69/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $52,107 |
Outcomes Overview
Seward County graduates earn a median of $41,445 ten years after leaving, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of just 16% with typical debt loads of $6,500. Monthly loan payments of $69 represent only 2% of median income, well below the recommended 10% threshold for student loans. The college's strong ties to agriculture, healthcare, and technical trades in southwest Kansas help explain the 95.2% employment rate among graduates. Many students transfer to four-year universities or enter Kansas's energy and agricultural sectors, where community college credentials carry significant weight. With low debt burdens and solid earning potential in a low-cost region, Seward County delivers a strong return on investment for career-focused students.