University of Kansas vs Kansas State University vs Wichita State University
This page compares University of Kansas, Kansas State University, and Wichita State University — three of the largest and best-known bachelor's-granting institutions in Kansas. University of Kansas has the largest enrollment (21,217). Ten years after enrollment, median earnings are highest at University of Kansas ($61,945). Highlighted cells mark the most favorable value in each row.
Side-by-side metrics
Data from College Scorecard institution-level records. Lower is better for tuition, net price, and debt; higher is better for earnings, graduation, enrollment, and admission selectivity where shown.
| Metric | University of Kansas | Kansas State University | Wichita State University |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sector | Public | Public | Public |
| In-state tuition | $12,102 | $11,221 | $9,684 |
| Average net price | $18,059 | $19,406 | $13,194 |
| Median student debt | $21,000 | $21,250 | $20,500 |
| Enrollment | 21,217 | 15,142 | 10,780 |
| Graduation rate (150% time) | 68.8% | 71.1% | 51.0% |
| Earnings 6 years after entry | $51,217 | $49,330 | $44,043 |
| Earnings 10 years after entry | $61,945 | $57,262 | $51,532 |
| Admission rate | 93.5% | 81.7% | 94.0% |
| Average SAT score | 1,190 | 1,151 | 1,092 |