Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 53.4%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 52.6%
- Retention Rate
- 69.2%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $49,774
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $18,127
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 13:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 49.7%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $192/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. | Master | $99,069 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $71,015 | $26,200 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $64,493 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $62,012 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $56,776 | $9,500 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $54,812 | $22,062 |
| Law. | Doctoral | $52,542 | $77,330 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor | $50,856 | $18,622 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $50,270 | $18,500 |
| Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies. | Certificate | $47,260 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $46,790 | $20,500 |
| Engineering-Related Fields. | Bachelor | $46,087 | |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $45,696 | $23,500 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $45,128 | $21,136 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $44,595 | $18,912 |
Outcomes Overview
Washburn graduates earn a median of $49,774 ten years after graduation, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 36% with typical loan debt of $18,127. Monthly loan payments of $192 consume about 5% of median income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 96.2% employment rate reflects strong regional demand for Washburn's business, nursing, and law graduates in Kansas's healthcare systems, government agencies, and corporate sector. Many alumni build careers in Topeka's state government or Kansas City's business corridor. With in-state tuition keeping costs reasonable and solid earning potential in practical fields, Washburn delivers a strong return on investment for Kansas residents seeking stable career paths.